Practical Management: Brief Physical Examination for Sport-Related Concussion in the Outpatient Setting

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This article presents a brief, focused physical examination [PE, the Buffalo Concussion Physical Examination (BCPE)] for sport-related concussion (SRC) to be considered for use in the outpatient setting by sports medicine physicians, pediatricians, and primary-care physicians. This companion paper describes how to perform the PE, which was derived in a separate study presented in this journal. It is envisioned for use at the initial and follow-up outpatient visits both for acute concussions and in patients with prolonged symptoms. A pertinent PE, combined with other assessments, can help identify specific treatment targets in those with persistent symptoms after SRC. The BCPE includes orthostatic vital signs and examinations of the cranial nerves, oculomotor/ ophthalmologic, cervical, and vestibular systems. Supplementary tests, including testing for exercise tolerance and neurocognitive function, may be performed if indicated. It is recommended that a PE be performed at the initial visit and every 1 to 2 weeks after SRC. On return of symptoms, cognition, and the PE to baseline, as well as normalization of any supplementary tests, patients can begin a return to play program.

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Haider, M. N., Leddy, J. J., Du, W., Macfarlane, A. J., Viera, K. B., & Willer, B. S. (2020). Practical Management: Brief Physical Examination for Sport-Related Concussion in the Outpatient Setting. Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine, 30(5), 513–517. https://doi.org/10.1097/JSM.0000000000000687

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