Question

A 22-year-old man presents 8 hours after a mild head injury during a football match. He had no loss of consciousness but has persistent headache and difficulty concentrating. Examination is normal. CT head earlier in the day was normal. What is the most appropriate advice regarding return to sport?

Accepted Answer

He should follow a graduated return-to-play protocol, progressing only if symptom-free at each stage

Answer

He can return to full contact sport immediately

Answer

He should rest completely in a dark room for several weeks

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He must never play contact sport again

Answer

He should resume contact sport once the CT is normal regardless of symptoms

Practice question

A 22-year-old man presents 8 hours after a mild head injury during a football match. He had no loss of consciousness but has persistent headache and difficulty concentrating. Examination is normal. CT head earlier in the day was normal. What is the most appropriate advice regarding return to sport?