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Multidisciplinary concussion management recommendations
Louras M , Thibaut A , Maquet N , Meys M , Delrue G , Barjona A , Kaux J-F , Lejeune N , Martens G
Rev Med Liege 2025, 80(5-6),448-455Abstract : Concussions represent a major public health concern due to their high prevalence and the risk of long-term consequences. In some patients, they can lead to persistent post-concussion symptoms lasting for several months or even years, significantly impacting their quality of life. To date, no curative treatment exists for this syndrome, but early and appropriate management plays a key role in preventing long-term complications. However, concussions often remain underdiagnosed, both by healthcare professionals and the patients themselves. Various assessment tools have been developed to facilitate the identification of concussions and to guide the gradual return to daily activities, whether sports-related, educational, or professional. This article synthesizes these tools and highlights their relevance at different stages of care : acute, subacute, and chronic. Clinicians will be better informed to improve the diagnosis and management of concussions in their respective fields. Furthermore, raising awareness among the medical and sports communities, as well as the general population, about the benefits of proper concussion management remains essential in order to optimize recovery and limit long-term negative consequences.
