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presented by Anne Mucha, DPT, MS, NCS and Susan Whitney, DPT, PhD, NCS, ATC, FAPTA
Financial: Susan Whitney and Anne Mucha receive compensation from MedBridge for this course. Susan Whitney is a consultant for two Department of Defense grants related to concussion with IAI, Inc. She also teaches a continuing education course with Michael Schubert, PT, PhD. Anne Mucha is a provider of continuing education for APTA and other entities.
Non-Financial: Susan Whitney is vice president of the International Neurological Physiotherapy Group of WCPT. Anne Mucha has no competing non-financial interests or relationships with regard to the content presented in this course.
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Anne Mucha, DPT, MS, NCS
Anne Mucha is the coordinator of vestibular rehabilitation for the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Sports Medicine Concussion Program and Centers for Rehab Services. She is a board-certified clinical specialist in neurologic physical therapy with advanced certification in vestibular rehabilitation. With more than 20 years of experience treating individuals with neurologic conditions, she is also…
Read full bioSusan Whitney, DPT, PhD, NCS, ATC, FAPTA
Susan L. Whitney received her PhD in motor development/motor learning from the University of Pittsburgh, her professional physical therapy education from Temple University in Philadelphia, and her DPT from MGH Institute of Health Professions. Currently, she is a professor in physical therapy in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences and treats clinically for the…
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1. Exertion Concepts in Concussion Assessment
Progressive exertion programs are recommended as part of the return-to-play process for asymptomatic athletes. However, in the past, rest was recommended as the primary treatment for symptomatic patients. More recent evidence has shown the detrimental effects of excessive rest on recovery. This chapter reviews research related to rest and activity following a concussion, as well as indications for exertion therapy.
2. Exertion Therapy for Concussion Rehab
In addition to progressive exertion for return-to-play protocols, exertion therapy appears to be beneficial for patients who are symptomatic following a concussion. This chapter will discuss the current evidence related to patients who may benefit from exertion therapy, along with type and timing of intervention.
3. Cervical Spine Considerations in Concussion
Cervical spine dysfunction is an important underlying issue in the management of patients after a concussion. This chapter discusses key cervical considerations, including tests and measures, and whether dizziness may be due to cervical influences.
4. Negative Outcomes: Second-Impact Syndrome (SIS) and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
Much media attention has been focused around serious conditions connected to concussion. This chapter provides evidence-based information related to CTE and SIS, with discussion of gaps in the current literature.
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