A New Way to Gauge Pediatric Concussion

A practical, age-appropriate treadmill protocol outlines how clinicians can safely assess exercise intolerance and guide concussion management in children aged 5 to 12 years.

By
Kathryn Wighton
January 13, 2026
3 min

Conexiant

Top Institutions in Orthopedic Medicine

Brief introduction explaining scope and methodology.

#1

University of Rochester Medical Center

Rochester, NY
Key Differentiators
- Sports Medicine
- Pediatric Neurology
- Physical Therapy
#2

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Sports Medicine

Pittsburgh, PA
Key Differentiators
- Sports Medicine
- Pediatric Neurology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
#3

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)

Philadelphia, PA
Key Differentiators
- Pediatric Neurology
- Sports Medicine
- Rehabilitation
#4

Boston Children’s Hospital

Boston, MA
Key Differentiators
- Pediatric Neurology
- Sports Medicine
- Physical Therapy
#5

University of Calgary Sport Medicine Centre

Calgary, AB
Key Differentiators
- Sports Medicine
- Pediatric Rehabilitation
- Neurology