Family physicians are often the first line of care for patients who suffer sports-related brain injuries. AAFP offers assessment tools, and provides recommendations for treating a patient with a concussion.
Diagnosis and Treatment
Use these resources to help evaluate signs of a concussion and provide care if a concussion is suspected.
Sports Medicine
Learn more about sports medicine, and review the AAFP’s policies about contact/collision sports, athletic trainers, and protective equipment in sports.