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Physical Therapy Management For A Female Student Athlete Post- Concussion: A Case Report, Matthew Johnson
Physical Therapy Management For A Female Student Athlete Post- Concussion: A Case Report, Matthew Johnson
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Background and purpose: The purpose of this case report is to describe vestibular, oculomotor, and cervical interventions that were theorized to improve the function and decrease symptoms typically seen in the post-concussion population.
Case Description: The patient was a 16 year old female who was status post concussion due to head trauma during gymnastics routine. Symptoms included short term memory loss, fatigue, drowsiness, dizziness, difficulty concentrating, headaches, visual disturbances, and neck pain.
Outcomes: Patient was seen for 7 treatments over the course of 6 weeks which mainly focused on oculomotor training, vestibular training, and cervicogenic relief. Outcomes were consistent with …
Physical Therapy Management Of A 16 Year Old Female With Vestibular Symptoms Following Suspected Concussion: A Case Report, Gina Tassione
Physical Therapy Management Of A 16 Year Old Female With Vestibular Symptoms Following Suspected Concussion: A Case Report, Gina Tassione
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Background: Post concussion syndrome has become more common in adolescents involved in school related sports. Management of dizziness and imbalance is challenging after concussion; vestibular rehabilitation has been shown to reduce symptoms and improve balance.
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to describe and implement appropriate interventions for a patient with suspected post concussion syndrome. A combined approach using targeted physical therapeutic exercise as well as functional tasks were evaluated and assessed.
Case description: The patient was a 16 year old Caucasian female who presented to the clinic with a physician order to evaluate and …