Concussion Clinical Application: Current Concepts

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Video Runtime: 37 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 34 Minutes

This course explores the latest evidence-based approaches to concussion management in sports, military, and civilian settings. Participants will learn diagnostic criteria, assessment tools, return-to-activity protocols, and rehabilitation strategies. This course equips providers with practical tools to support concussion recovery in outpatient and neurologic rehabilitation settings.

Learning Objectives

Apply the current definition of concussion to clinical decision-making across the rehabilitation discipline
Correlate concussion symptom profiles with appropriate assessment tools to guide rehabilitation planning
Implement an interdisciplinary patient education plan using evidence-based, publicly available resources
Determine key considerations for return-to-learn, return-to-work, and return-to-activity modifications to support engagement in meaningful occupations
Integrate sport and military return-to-activity guidelines to inform rehabilitation strategies

Meet your instructor

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Mary Ann Roelke

Dr. Mary Ann Roelke is a distinguished expert in adult neurologic rehabilitation at UnityPoint Health–Meriter Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. After earning her postprofessional doctoral degree from Creighton University, she made significant contributions to the field by publishing qualitative research on concussion…

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Chapters & learning objectives

1. Brief Literature Review

This chapter covers the latest diagnostic criteria for concussion, including mechanisms of injury, symptom clusters, and key assessment tools. Providers will learn to differentiate concussion from other conditions and address contributing factors like mental health and sleep.

2. Patient Education and Return-to-Activity Recommendations

Early education improves outcomes. This chapter reviews strategies for guiding patients through symptom management, activity progression, and lifestyle adjustments. It also covers return-to-sport, return-to-duty, and return-to-life recommendations.

3. Full Recovery and Potential Adjustments

Full recovery means returning to daily life without accommodations. This chapter explores return-to-work and return-to-school strategies, helping therapists collaborate with physicians and educators to ensure long-term success.

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