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== Introduction == | == Introduction == | ||
Concussions, otherwise known as mild traumatic brain injuries, have several methods of classification, breaking them down into either subtypes or classification by severity. | |||
=== Subtype classification === | === Subtype classification === | ||
A 2019 systematic review suggested the classification of 5 concussion subtypes: cognitive, ocular-motor, headache/migraine, vestibular, and anxiety/mood, the first 2 being the most prevalent. This would allow for more specific treatments delivered according to one’s subtype. It is important to note that subtypes are fluid and can shift between each other. | |||
==== Cognitive ==== | |||
To be considered cognitive, cognitive functions such as reaction time, memory, learning, thought organisation etc. should be affected following injury. | |||
=== Severity classification === | === Severity classification === | ||
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
Concussions, otherwise known as mild traumatic brain injuries, have several methods of classification, breaking them down into either subtypes or classification by severity.
Subtype classification[edit | edit source]
A 2019 systematic review suggested the classification of 5 concussion subtypes: cognitive, ocular-motor, headache/migraine, vestibular, and anxiety/mood, the first 2 being the most prevalent. This would allow for more specific treatments delivered according to one’s subtype. It is important to note that subtypes are fluid and can shift between each other.
Cognitive[edit | edit source]
To be considered cognitive, cognitive functions such as reaction time, memory, learning, thought organisation etc. should be affected following injury.
