02/11/2026
New pediatric concussion research worth knowing 🧠
A newly published study examined orthostatic tachycardia and autonomic responses in adolescents with persistent symptoms following concussion.
What the researchers found:
True Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) after concussion was uncommon, even among symptomatic patients. Only a small subset met strict diagnostic criteria.
Why this matters:
After a concussion, symptoms such as dizziness, fatigue, lightheadedness, and exercise intolerance can feel alarming. These symptoms may involve the autonomic nervous system, but they do not automatically mean POTS.
At the same time, some post-concussion patients do develop POTS which is why objective testing and careful interpretation are essential.
At NeuroSport, this reinforces our approach:
• Structured orthostatic vital sign testing
• Looking beyond heart rate alone
• Individualized care guided by physiology, not labels
If you or your child are experiencing dizziness, lightheadedness, or exercise intolerance after a concussion, a structured evaluation can help clarify what’s going on.
Reference:
Stein A, Barlow KM. Orthostatic Tachycardia in Children With and Without Persisting Post-concussion Symptoms Following Mild Traumatic Brain Injury.
PMID: 41289731
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41289731/