Concussion Talk with Dr. Chris Koutures - 16

Published: Oct. 7, 2020, 1 p.m.

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\\U0001f9e0Concussion talk: active recovery and other interventions post-concussion diagnosis & providing an active role for the patient in the management of their concussion\\xa0

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Time stamps: In this episode, we asked Dr. Koutures:\\xa0

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0:31- Dr. Koutures Introduction\\xa0

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  • Cal State Fullerton Intercollegiate Athletics\\xa0
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  • Chapman University Dance Department\\xa0
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  • ActiveKidMD\\xa0
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1:31- Why Dr. Koutures became a physician\\xa0

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2:22- What part of sports medicine represents Dr. Koutures\\xa0

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3:29- Anecdote of a concussion case\\xa0

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5:43- What is a concussion\\xa0

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  • Any damage to the brain that causes a change in the way you act, how you think, and how you perceive things\\xa0
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6:26- The number of or severity of symptoms and how that affects the outcome of a concussion\\xa0

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7:34- The role \\xa0pre-existing conditions (migraines, mental health, etc.) play into the recovery of a concussion\\xa0

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9:22- Facilitating the referral to other health care professionals a part of the concussion management team of a patient with pre-existing conditions\\xa0

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12:04- Supplements/medicine that may help improve outcomes\\xa0

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  • Always consult your physician before implementing into treatment\\xa0
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13:42- Rehab approaches towards concussion\\xa0

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  • Eye exercises\\xa0
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  • Treating neck discomfort\\xa0
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14:46- Role of light exercise in concussion management\\xa0

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Again, consult your physician before implementing\\xa0

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16:09- Concussion Prevention Behavior Neck strengthening\\xa0

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17:29- Dispelling concussion myths\\xa0

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18:33- Career-ending concussion conversation\\xa0

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21:08- Concussion and future risk of musculoskeletal injury\\xa0

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22:29- Post-Concussion syndrome\\xa0

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23:34- Applicable knowledge\\xa0

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  • Value of the AT\\u2019s relationship with the patient and patient\\u2019s support system\\xa0
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  • Team approach!\\xa0
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