In the ED Now

In the ED Now


Closing the Gap: ED Concussion Care Needs Physical Therapy

July 31, 2025

Concussions are often treated as a quick in-and-out visit in the ED – a scan, a checklist, and discharge instructions. But what if we're missing critical deficits that could change a patient's recovery path? In this episode, we dive into how physical therapists can transform concussion care in the emergency department, bridging the gap between medical clearance and real functional recovery.