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Graded exertion

Gradually increasing physical activity after injury, guided by symptoms.

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After concussion, a graded program of aerobic exercise is now recommended early. A brief rise of no more than 2 points on a 0 to 10 symptom scale has not been shown to delay recovery.

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Definitions here are general. They do not say what any profession may do in any state; that is set by each state’s law. Back to the full glossary

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