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The Role of the IMPACT Test in Concussion Screening and Treatment Planning

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 28, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 28, 2024

Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI), commonly referred to as a concussion, has been a growing …

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Risk Factors for Post-Traumatic Headache (PTH)

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 21, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 21, 2024

Post-traumatic headache (PTH) is a common and often debilitating condition that can develop after traumatic …

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Functional Cognitive Impairment Following Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI)

by Ioannis Mavroudis April 27, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis April 27, 2024

Functional cognitive impairment (FCI) post-mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) presents a significant challenge, often manifesting …

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Risk Factors for Functional Cognitive Impairment after Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

by Ioannis Mavroudis April 24, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis April 24, 2024

Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) poses a risk of long-term functional cognitive impairment (CI), influenced …

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Chronic Cognitive Impairment Following Traumatic Brain Injury: A Closer Look

by Ioannis Mavroudis March 9, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis March 9, 2024

This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the multifaceted impacts of traumatic brain injury (TBI), …

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Overview of Classification Systems and Diagnostic Criteria for Traumatic Brain Injury Syndromes

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 13, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 13, 2024

This article presents a comprehensive overview of the classification systems for traumatic brain injuries (TBI) …

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Concussion Chronicles

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 12, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 12, 2024

Get the facts on concussions in under 60 seconds! Dr. Mavroudis, a consultant neurologist, breaks …

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Incidence of Post-Traumatic Headaches After Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 12, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 12, 2024

The prevalence of post-traumatic headache (PTH) following mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) exhibits significant variability, …

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The Mayo classification system

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 12, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 12, 2024

The Mayo Classification System for Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) offers a nuanced approach to diagnosing …

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Salivary biomarkers in Post-concussion syndrome

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 12, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 12, 2024

Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), particularly mild TBIs, present a complex diagnostic challenge due to their …

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Refinement and validation of sources of reading self-efficacy scale for college and university students (SOURSES-C) in college students with concussion
CONCLUSION: These findings support the SOURSES-C as a psychometrically sound tool for assessing reading self-efficacy in college students with concussion. With further validation, the scale shows promise as a measure that clinicians and educators can use to identify changes in reading self-efficacy following concussion and to evaluate the effectiveness of targeted interventions.
Paediatric concussion in general practice
BACKGROUND: General practitioners (GPs) have a key role in concussion diagnosis and management. Recent surveys have shown that GPs are competent in diagnosis but lack confidence in appropriate concussion management. Although some patients recover spontaneously, early education is valuable, and provision of evidence-informed, individualised management plans may facilitate recovery within typical recovery windows. OBJECTIVE: The […]
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Supporting return to study and return to work in the patient with persistent post-concussion symptoms: A biopsychosocial approach
BACKGROUND: Concussion, or mild uncomplicated traumatic brain injury (mTBI), is a common condition that can occur in sports, motor vehicle accidents, falls, assaults/violence and occupational settings. While symptom resolution is usually expected within 2-4 weeks, a minority of patients (up to 30%) experience persistent post-concussion symptoms (PPCS) that impact cognitive, physical and emotional functioning. These […]
Multidisciplinary care in concussion management
BACKGROUND: About 30% of people who experience a concussion have longer-lasting symptoms and complex care requirements. The new Australian and New Zealand clinical practice guidelines for the management of concussion, mild traumatic brain injury and persisting concussion symptoms provide guidance for their management, which often requires the involvement of multiple disciplines in a collaborative approach […]