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"Stepwise" Return to Play Recommended For Athletes Sidelined By Concussion For Several Weeks Or Longer
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Created 10/23/2008 - 19:17

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If an athlete has been sidelined by a concussion for several weeks or longer, Dr. Robert Cantu recommends that he follow a "stepwise" approach to return to play:
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What Are The Steps To Follow To Return To Play For Athlete Who Has Been Sidelined With A Concussion For Several Weeks?
If an athlete has been sidelined by a concussion for several weeks or longer, Dr. Robert Cantu recommends that he follow a "stepwise" approach to return to play.
Gradual Return to Play After Concussions Recommended [2]
Concussion Bill of Rights #3: Adoption and Enforcement of Conservative Evaluation & Return-to-Play Guidelines [3]
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[3] https://momsteam.com/team-of-experts/brooke-de-lench/editorials/concussion-bill-of-rights-3-adoption-and-enforcement-of-c
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