Management of Sports-Related Concussions: Staying Ahead of the Game, 2nd Edition
Course Overview
Concussions continue to be a serious epidemic in youth and competitive sports. With approximately 1.6 million to 3.8 million sports-related concussions occurring every year, these injuries are considered among the most complex injuries in sports medicine to diagnosis, assess, and manage. The instructor will provide an overarching review of the recent literature, including the 6th International Conference on Concussion in Sport, as it pertains to concussion management from prevention techniques to reducing the risk of injury to returning to play after a concussive episode. The modules within this course include an introduction to concussions, recognition and sideline evaluation, clinical evaluation, neuropsychological testing, rehabilitation techniques, and academic modifications. As the literature and practice guidelines/recommendations are reviewed, participants will be able to assess their current practice to make appropriate modifications to their own concussion management plan. The mission of this course is to provide a concise resource on how to properly manage concussions from risk reduction techniques, acute injuries, and return to play by implementing a multimodal process and enhancing multidisciplinary communication to keep the athlete at the forefront of care.
Learning Outcomes
Upon the completion of this course, the learner should be able to:
- Categorize concussion signs and symptoms into four main groups.
- Distinguish need and implement various assessments to ensure proper diagnosis and management of acute concussion.
- Devise a structured plan to evaluate an athlete in a clinical setting to ensure implementation of evidence-based techniques.
- Differentiate various aspects of neuropsychological testing, including ImPACT.
- Analyze various rehabilitation exercises and justify usefulness throughout the return to play process.
- Apply various techniques to assist the athlete in the return to learn and occupation process.
About the Author/Presenter
J.D. Boudreaux received a bachelor of science degree from McNeese State University in 2003 as well as a master of physical therapy from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center–Shreveport in 2005. In August 2003, he became nationally certified as an athletic trainer. He obtained his Sports Certified Specialist certification through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties in 2011 and recertified in 2021. He completed his EdD degree from the University of Louisiana Monroe in curriculum and instruction in Fall 2018. He has over 15 years of experience as a dual credentialed sports medicine professional. He has spent 7 years managing acute athletic injuries and directing the postsurgical rehabilitation of high-level athletes at the collegiate level. Furthermore, he has served as a visiting lecturer and clinical preceptor for an athletic training education program. Currently, he is employed by a sports medicine clinic as a director of sports medicine for an outreach program in south Louisiana and works within a private outpatient sports medicine clinic delivering care in conjunction with other medical professionals to a variety of individuals, including high school and collegiate athletes. J.D. is married to Stephanie Mayeux and is the proud father of two daughters, Olivia and Anniston.
Audience/Accreditations and Approvals
Colibri Healthcare
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details):
Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy
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