The use of an intensive physical exertion test as a final return to play measure in concussed athletes: a prospective cohort

Objectives: To examine the utility of a novel physical exertion test developed by the Chicago Blackhawks medical staff as a final return to play (RTP) clearance test in youth and young adult athletes, and to determine the relationship between participant and test variables on RTP within asymptomatic athletes diagnosed with concussion.Methods: Once asymptomatic and following completion of all RTP steps, concussed athletes underwent the...