The Rise of the Concussion Clinic for Diagnosis of Pediatric Mild Traumatic Brain Injury.

It was not too long ago that being struck violently in the head or "getting your bell rung" was often brushed off as nothing to worry about. These days the pendulum has swung and there is growing appreciation that this mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), often called concussion, must be taken seriously and is now on the forefront of public health concerns. As a growing body of research continues to expand our understanding of concussion, the paradigm of diagnosis and treatment is transforming rapidly. The recent rise of specialty concussion clinics across the country has grown out of a need for safe, effective, and efficient evaluation of these injuries by healthcare professionals qualified to implement diagnostic and management strategies that align with the latest evidence-based practice guidelines. Due to the complex nature of each injury, a comprehensive multidisciplinary team can provide a valuable individualized approach to concussion care.