Sport-Related Concussion

Uncover the latest in the prevention, diagnosis and rehabilitation of mild brain injuries, including sport concussion and chronic traumatic encephalopathy. You will understand the biomechanics of varying severities of brain trauma, post-concussive syndrome, neurologic and behavioral changes and evidence-based return to play protocols.

Learning Objectives

• Distinguish the clinical terms: concussion, chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), subconcussion and mild brain traumatic injury.
  
• Articulate and understand the progressive stages of CTE.
  
• Describe the biomechanics and pathophysiology of sport-related mild traumatic brain injury.
  
• Describe anticipated advances in neuroimaging and biomarkers for CTE diagnosis.
  

Exam & Video Info

• Exam: 10 true/false statements
• Video Outline
  Section 1: A Primer
  Section 2: The Epidemic
  Section 3: Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy
  Section 4: The NFL Class Action Lawsuit Settlement
  Section 5: Biomechanics & Pathophysiology
  Section 6: Diagnosis & Management
  Section 7: Grading Scales
  Section 8: Rehabilitation & Return to Play
  Section 9: What Now?

Continuing Education Info

• Accepted by the Board of Certification, Inc. (BOC) and may be used towards the continuing education (CE) requirement for Athletic Trainers (ATC). View more here.
• Accepted by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and may be used towards the continuing education credit (CEC) requirement for ACSM professionals. View more here.
• Level of difficulty: 4/Mastery
• Learning Domains: 1, 2, 3, 4

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