Concussion Management In Para-Athletes: Insights For The Paralympics With Dr Katie Mitchell
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Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast, In this episode, we're excited to welcome back Dr. Katie Mitchell. As a key member of the Concussion in Para Sports Group, Dr. Mitchell discuss important topics including classification systems, baseline testing, and the challenges of delayed access to care for para-athletes. Join us for an insightful conversation about these critical issues and their impact on concussion management in Para Athlete.
- What Is a Concussion (2:00)
- Overview on Classification System Regarding Para Athletes (3:35)
- How Common Are Concussions In Para Sports (9:23)
- Differentiating A Concussion in Para Athletes & Adaptation of Baseline Testing (12:19)
- Making Para Sports More Inclusive Whilst Protecting Athletes From mTBI? (19:30)
- Delay Access to Care (27:17)
Dr Katie Mitchell,
https://thriveneurosport.ca/about-physiotherapist-athletic-therapist-concussion/
Instagram: @thriveneurosport
Twitter/X: @kmitchell_atpt
Dr Katie Mitchell’s Previous appearance is Episode 33
CIPS Position Statement: https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/55/21/1187
World Para Athletics Classifications: https://www.paralympic.org/athletics/classification
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