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Study: Telemedicine works well for concussion evaluations

When athletes are injured in remote or rural areas, telemedicine can work as well as doctors on the sidelines to evaluate players for concussions, according to a new study.

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A health care provider demonstrates a form of telemedicine using a video consultation. Physicians' and industry groups are negotiating new rules governing telemedicine.
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When athletes are injured in remote or rural areas, telemedicine can work as well as doctors on the sidelines to evaluate players for concussions, according to a new study. (Becker’s Spine Review)

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