JOURNAL ARTICLE

A-12 The Impact of Injury Mechanism and Skill on Concussion in School and All Star Cheerleaders.

  • Published In: Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology, 2023, v. 38, n. 5. P. 814 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Boucher, S J; Datoc, A E; Mathew, A S; Choi, D; Jones, C A; Ellis, C; Abt, J P; Burkhart, S O 3 of 3

Abstract

This study focuses on sports-related concussions (SRC) in female cheerleaders aged 8-18, comparing injury mechanisms and recovery between school and All Star cheerleading. Most SRCs occurred during stunting activities, with school cheerleaders experiencing a higher proportion of these injuries, while tumbling-related concussions were more common among All Star cheerleaders. The primary mechanisms of injury were head-to-ground and head-to-body contact, with school cheerleaders showing slightly higher rates. Notably, school cheerleaders who sustained SRCs from head-to-head contact reported significantly higher symptom severity. The findings highlight the need for future research on recovery trajectories and the development of skill-specific concussion protocols in cheerleading.

Additional Information

  • Source:Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology. 2023/08, Vol. 38, Issue 5, p814
  • Document Type:Abstract
  • Subject Area:Physics
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0887-6177
  • DOI:10.1093/arclin/acad042.12
  • Accession Number:166742764
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