Date of Award

5-2025

Document Type

Open Access Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

First Advisor

Dominique Ross

Keywords

Athletic Training, Student Scholarship, Goal setting, excercise, adolescent athletes, concussion

Abstract

Introduction/clinical scenario: Almost 2 million youth in the US sustain a concussion every year with several of them experiencing persistent post concussive symptoms. Past intervention has suggested that rest until symptom free is the best approach, while current findings suggest this approach is outdated and early exercise can help with a faster recovery. Several studies have researched the effects of goal setting strategies in different populations however there is a need for study in adolescent athletes. Focused clinical question: Is goal setting beneficial in promoting exercise adherence for adolescent athletes who sustained a sports related concussion? Summary of key findings: Three studies assessed the effectiveness of different goal setting strategies in exercise adherence for athletes recovering from a concussion. Several strategies include the use of a smartphone app in achieving both short and long term goals. Clinical bottom line: Based on this research, creating both short and long term goals throughout the rehabilitation process can help the athlete adhere to exercise and reduce the effects of long term concussion symptoms. Strength of recommendation: There is grade A evidence to include goal setting in promoting exercise adherence in athletes recovering from a concussion. Keywords: Concussion, Adolescent/pediatric, Exercise adherence, goal setting, persistent post concussive symptoms

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