Returning to school after a concussion

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

Read the full story about this study on Medscape's website.

Difficulty concentrating, headaches and trouble sleeping are some of the burdens that children may suffer after having a concussion. 

A new study published in JAMA Network Open suggests that children who return to school within 2 days of their concussion have improved symptoms. Caitlyn Mooney, MD, pediatrician and sports medicine specialist explains that returning to school can be a complicated issue for children and decisions should be individualized for each the child's specific needs.

Read more in this article by Medscape about the proper recovery time for a child suffering from a concussion.