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. 2018 Mar;60(3):205-210.
doi: 10.1097/JOM.0000000000001236.

Concussion in Theater: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Prevalence and Management in Actors and Theater Technicians

Jeffrey A Russell  1 , Brooke M Daniell
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Concussion in Theater: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Prevalence and Management in Actors and Theater Technicians

Jeffrey A Russell et al. J Occup Environ Med. 2018 Mar.

Abstract

Objective: Determine the history of occupational head impacts, concussion symptoms, and concussion management in theater personnel.

Methods: Personnel working in theater environments completed a survey about head impacts that occurred in theater activities and how they were managed.

Results: Lifetime prevalence of sustaining at least one theater-related head impact was 67%. Thirty-nine percent of respondents reported more than five lifetime head impacts; 77% reported three or more. Of those who struck their head, 70% experienced concussion-related symptoms, but continued participating. Nearly half of those did not report the incident. Twenty-eight percent of those diagnosed with a concussion by a healthcare provider were not given recommended care.

Conclusions: Theater personnel are likely to sustain several occupational head impacts. They appear hesitant to report possible concussions and generally do not access definitive, evidence-based healthcare for head injuries.

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