Concussion Care for Kids: Minds Matter

Prompt recognition of a concussion and immediate treatment with cognitive and physical rest are crucial to promote recovery. That's why the concussion experts at CHOP have developed an evidence-based primary and specialty care approach to diagnose and treat concussions in children.

Concussions – What You Need to Know

This website offers information to help families, healthcare providers, school staff and coaches recognize concussions and support children's physician-guided recovery.

Families

Find resources to help you manage your child’s concussion, including concussion prevention tips, recognizing symptoms and what to do if concussion symptoms linger.

Healthcare Providers

Access the latest articles and resources about concussion and concussion management.

School Staff

Get information about managing concussions in school, including how to adapt the classroom for students with concussions, and the effect of concussions on different age groups.

Coaches

Find information on how to recognize concussions, what action steps to follow and how to assess whether a concussed child is ready to return to play.

Concussion Facts

Get the facts about concussions from the experts at CHOP.

Tips From the Experts

Learn how important nutrition and sleep are to recovery, and how driving can affect a person with a concussion.

Return to Learn and Play

Find questions and answers about returning to learn and play after a concussion, and steps to follow to ensure a full recovery:

If you suspect a concussion

Contact your child’s primary care doctor for evaluation.

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If you have more questions:

Call one of our following centers:

Pediatric Trauma Center
215-590-5932

Sports Medicine and Performance Center
215-590-1527

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