What Researchers Did
Researchers conducted a systematic review of 16 randomised controlled trials published between January 2013 and July 2023 to evaluate nonpharmacological interventions for concussion management in children.
What They Found
The review analyzed 16 studies, with 3 focusing on acute care interventions like rest and computer time, and 13 on chronic care interventions such as aerobic exercise, vestibular rehabilitation, and family intervention therapy. These studies explored a wide range of nonpharmacological approaches for paediatric concussion management.
Canadian Relevance
This study has no direct Canadian connection.
Study Limitations
A significant limitation in the field is the scarcity of published research on nonpharmacological concussion management in children compared to pharmacological interventions.