Concussion
Impact Factor & Key Scientometrics

I. Basic Journal Info

Country

United Kingdom

Journal ISSN: 20563299

Publisher: Future Medicine Ltd.

History: 2016-2021

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Concussion is an open access journal from The Drake Foundation published by Future Science Group. The journal publishes original research reviews and commentaries addressing the assessment management and short and longterm implications of concussion.Concussion is a subset of traumatic brain injury that occurs after a blow or other injury to the head. It has been defined by the Concussion in Sport Group as a complex pathophysiological process affecting the brain induced by biomechanical forces.Exciting developments in the field of biomarker research are shedding new light on how to gauge the severity of concussion immediately after injury as well as indicating future prognosis. The ongoing and future development of tools and pointofcare tests based on this research will help to ensure appropriate management from the moment of injury and into the long term.The Journal highlights significant advances in basic translational and clinical research and places them in context for the future.Topics covered includeStudies and trials in concussionBiomarkers for assessment and predicting adverse effectsOptimum biomarker selection validation and applicationManagement including returntoplay decisions in sportsPathogenesisPathologyPrognosis.