Children and teenagers who have sustained concussions need to be closely monitored. Attentive care from pediatricians and physicians can help keep them from suffering long-term, possibly permanent damage.
Who should be screened for concussions?
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), physicians should screen individuals who have been injured in:
- High-speed activities (car accident)
- Sports and recreational activities
- Falls, especially from a significant distance
- Physical mistreatment
- Blast exposures (military personnel)
How do I determine when my patients can resume their normal activities?
According to the CDC, a patient should not undertake any activity that causes concussion symptoms to reemerge. Physical and mental rest are the keys to recovery.
Locations
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Morristown Medical Center
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Luciano Family Trauma and Acute Care Center
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741 Northfield Avenue – West Orange
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Center for Concussion Care
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741 Northfield Avenue
Suite 210
West Orange, NJ 07052
- 908-598-6615
- Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
- Fax: 908-598-5412
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741 Northfield Avenue
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Medical Arts Center (MAC) II – Overlook Medical Center
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Center for Concussion Care
During an emergency, concussions can be diagnosed and treated at Chilton, Hackettstown, Morristown, Overlook and Newton medical centers’ emergency departments.
Additional Neuroscience Services
Learn Even More
The Center for Concussion Care and Physical Rehabilitation provides educational seminars about concussions to schools and other organizations. To schedule a presentation, please call 908-598-7972.
