The Assessment, Diagnosis, and Management of Sport-Related Concussion in Childhood and Adolescence

Dear Colleagues,

As identified by the Amsterdam 2022 Concussion Consensus Statement, there exists very little published literature on concussions in childhood, although there are greater numbers of peer-reviewed articles on teenagers (as their age rises closer to adulthood).

This Special Edition of Diagnostics will focus on research undertaken on all age groups with immature brains. However, special consideration will be given to research articles on volunteers aged 12 and under, and to projects involving collaboration with international groups outside North America. The importance of having a global perspective on this serious injury cannot be over-emphasized.

Research that compares the clinical approach to volunteers under the age of 18 with those in the 18–25 age group will also be of special interest because 'adulthood' is commonly associated with those aged 18 and over, despite it being universally acknowledged that brain maturity is not reached until the mid-20s.

By publishing research articles, reviews and case studies, this Special Issue aims to provide valuable insights into the assessment, diagnosis, and management of sport-related concussions in the immature brain, childhood and adolescence. This publication will facilitate knowledge exchange, collaboration, and the development of evidence-based approaches to improve concussion identification, treatment, and prevention strategies. This Special Issue is expected to contribute to the advancement of pediatric concussion care and promote the well-being and safety of young athletes.

We look forward to receiving your submission.

Dr. Michael Turner
Dr. Laura Purcell
Guest Editors

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