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Autonomic dysfunction and exercise intolerance in concussion: a scoping review.

Ryan PeloErin SuttmanPeter C FinoMary M McFarlandLeland E DibbleMelissa M Cortez
Published in: Clinical autonomic research : official journal of the Clinical Autonomic Research Society (2023)
There was wide variability in approach to autonomic/exercise tolerance testing, as well as inclusion criteria/testing timelines, which limited comparisons across studies. The reviewed studies support current clinical suspicion of autonomic dysfunction as an important component of exercise intolerance. However, the specific mechanisms of impairment and relationship to symptoms and recovery require additional investigation.
Keyphrases
  • high intensity
  • heart rate variability
  • heart rate
  • physical activity
  • oxidative stress
  • resistance training
  • blood pressure