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The association between continuing to play, clinical domains, and recovery outcomes in collegiate athletes following concussion.

Megan C LoftinAaron J ZyndaAllie J TraceyLilian A KleinAlyssa M Pollard-McGrandyTracey Covassin
Published in: Neurosurgical focus (2024)
Collegiate athletes who continued to play following concussion did not exhibit worse clinical outcomes or recovery times compared with athletes who were immediately removed. While the lack of differences found in this study could be supported by prior literature, including improved education, awareness, reporting attitudes, and concussion management at the collegiate level in recent years, the authors believe discrepancies are more likely due to study-specific differences (e.g., sample size, care setting, and timing). Therefore, these findings should not diminish the dangers of continued play and the importance of timely removal after concussion.
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