Strict rest ‘not beneficial’ after concussion: updated guidance
The global consensus statement added there was a 'potential association' between head knocks and chronic traumatic encephalopathy.
New guidance for sport-related concussion says light physical activity with reduced screen time is better than ‘strict rest’ for early management.
The global Concussion in Sport Group said last week that strict rest was “not beneficial” for athletes with concussion, according to the latest evidence.
