Impact testing offers a baseline evaluation to access cognitive function of memory and reaction time. This is an objective evaluation to aid the physician in authorization a safe return to sport participation.
ADDITIONAL HELPFUL INFORMATION:
TODAY SHOW AUGUST 29,2010
Youth football: Is it safe to play? Article by Mark Adickes, M.D.
www.msnbc.com
TODAY SHOW AUGUST 30,2010
ER visits for concussions soar among kid athletes. Article by Lindsey Tanner, Associated Press
www.ap.org
U.S. NEWS AND WORLD REPORT AUGUST 31, 2010
How to Reduce the Risk of Sports Concussions in Young Athletes. Article by Nancy Shute,
U.S. News and World Report
www.usnews.com
SITE INFORMATION ON CONCUSSIONS AND TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES
www.cdc.gov/concussion/headsup
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