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Learn About Concussion

Our Approach to Concussion

Coach smiles with basketball players in backgroundWe take a holistic approach to concussion care. We think about the entire individual and our main goal is to get you back to your activities in a safe and healthy way.

Concussion Information and Education

Learn more about what exactly a concussion is.

Treatment for Concussion at Seattle Children’s

Child and an adult smile holding a basketballYou can seek treatment for your concussion at Seattle Children’s through our Seattle Sports Concussion Program. To seek treatment if you think your child or teen has a sport-related concussion and needs evaluation or care, schedule an appointment with Orthopedics and Sports Medicine or Rehabilitation Medicine at 206-987-2109. To seek treatment and schedule an appointment for a non–sport-related concussion, call Rehabilitation Medicine at 206-987-2114.

Additional Concussion-Related Resources

Resources from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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Local Resources

Academic resources

Seattle Children’s complies with applicable federal and other civil rights laws and does not discriminate, exclude people or treat them differently based on race, color, religion (creed), sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin (ancestry), age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Financial assistance for medically necessary services is based on family income and hospital resources and is provided to children under age 21 whose primary residence is in Washington, Alaska, Montana or Idaho.