Concussion Assessment Management in High School and Collegiate Athletics
Keyword
ConcussionsSports-Related Concussions
Concussion Assessment
Impact Testing
Athletic Trainer
Concussion Management
High School Athletes
Collegiate Athletes
Date Published
2019-12-18Metadata
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Research indicates that protocol regarding concussion assessment management at the high school and collegiate level is advancing, however, there are holes in consistency that need to be filled in order to ensure accuracy. The purpose of this synthesis was to review the literature on concussion assessment management in high school and collegiate athletics. The results indicate that the lack of consistency comes as a direct result of key factors including a school’s lack of funding and lack of resources, the emphasis placed on the self-efficacy of athletic trainers, and the willingness of athletic trainers to follow guidelines provided for the testing methods.Related items
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