Return-to-play outcomes in relation to medical follow-up duration
| RTP OUTCOMES | FOLLOW-UP DURATION | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| < 4 WK | 4–8 WK | 8–12 WK | > 12 WK | |
| Cleared for contact or collision, % | 56.8 | 62.3 | 66.7 | 62.5 |
| Not cleared for contact or collision, % | 23.7 | 20.8 | 33.3 | 17.5 |
| Lost to follow-up,* % | 19.5 | 17.0 | 0.0 | 20.0 |
RTP—return to play.
↵* Patients who missed follow-up appointments after being assessed for a concussion.