Concussion Care
Reasons To Choose Children’s Wisconsin for Concussion Care
100% Focused on KidsWe recognize children have unique physical and psychological needs that require specialized training and equipment to care for them properly.
Our Multidisciplinary ApproachOur concussion care involves specialists from multiple disciplines, including sports medicine physicians, neuropsychologists, sports psychologists and licensed athletic trainers. Each member has an essential part to play at different stages of recovery.
Comprehensive Concussion ProgramOur comprehensive Concussion Program is designed with a focus on treating concussions in young athletes' developing brains.
What To Expect During Your Child’s Concussion Evaluation
Concussion evaluations start with a comprehensive history and medical exam with a licensed athletic trainer and a physician. This is done to confirm concussion diagnosis and evaluate for complications.
This comprehensive evaluation can take up to one and a half hours, so please plan for an extended time in the clinic. We will educate you and your child on the typical course of a concussion and the need for physical and mental rest. Together, we will discuss what to expect through the recovery process.
Schedule a Baseline Concussion Test
Middle school athletes should receive a baseline concussion test every year and high school athletes every other year. Baseline concussion tests assess an athlete’s balance and brain function before physical activity begins. After a suspected concussion, another test may be done. This helps sports medicine specialists diagnose a concussion, determine severity, devise a treatment plan and make return-to-play decisions.
How to schedule testing
Baseline concussion testing is offered for a $25 fee and are available at the following locations:
Please call our concussion line at (414) 337-8000 or schedule online via the location links above.
