Posts by Jane McDevitt, Ph.D., ATC
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We Need to Workout How Much Exercise Affects Each Blood-Based Brain Measure for Concussions
Physical exertion may alter some blood-based brain measures that investigators hope can help clinicians objectively diagnose a concussion.
Sex-Specific Predictors For Prolonged Concussion Recovery
Middle school and high school athletes who reported more concussion symptoms and sleep issues, as well as post-traumatic amnesia, had a greater chance of a prolonged recovery than peers without these concerns. Furthermore, depressive symptoms may help identify males at risk for a prolonged recovery.
Concussion Position and Consensus Statements Fall Short
Female athletes are underrepresented in the data used to inform concussion consensus and position papers.
Athlete’s Diets are Not Passing According to Healthy Eating Index
Division I collegiate athletes reported poor dietary quality.
Most Military Service Members May Not Need to Worry About CTE
Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) pathology was detected in 4% (10 cases) of 225 military members in a brain bank.
Are Patients Checking all the Boxes Following an ACL Reconstruction?
Patients returning to activity following an anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) that meet return-to-sport criteria typically reported higher psychological readiness scores.
What if You Could Spit Out Your Concussion Management Strategy
Testing saliva for microRNA levels may stratify individuals with a concussion based on underlying biological pathways that could lead to more personalized medicine.
Conservative Care May Be Shaky After Recurrent Patellar Dislocations
Participants with recurrent patellar dislocations that received an isolated reconstruction of the medial patellofemoral ligament and rehabilitation were less likely to report persistent patellar instability than those receiving conservative care. However, both groups had similar improvements in all other outcomes.
Everyone Agrees: We Can Do Better Educating and Communicating to Adolescent Patients and Parents
Adolescent patients, parents, and rehab professionals involved with care after an anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction believe that more frequent and consistent communication about setting expectations, restrictions, and timelines could promote better patient outcomes.
