An energy mismatch
A concussion temporarily disrupts how brain cells use and restore energy. Symptoms can rise when physical, visual, or cognitive demand exceeds current capacity, which is why pacing matters.
Evidence ledger
Every recovery feature should show its work.
ReCo translates public clinical guidance into a supportive prototype. It does not diagnose concussion, prescribe treatment, or provide medical clearance.
Relative rest, then movement
Current guidance has moved away from prolonged complete rest. After the first 24–48 hours, gradual symptom-limited activity can support recovery when guided by a clinician.
Learning returns before contact
Students should usually make progress toward full learning before unrestricted sport. Temporary academic supports reduce load while preserving connection and routine.
Feature-to-evidence map
22-symptom check-in
Common symptom domains organized for self-observation; this does not reproduce or replace a licensed clinical assessment.
Return to play
A staged progression with at least 24 hours per step and clinician clearance before contact.
Return to learn
Early, gradual academic exposure paired with individualized temporary accommodations.
Cognitive pulse
Repeatable wellness observations for reaction, working memory, and attention; not a validated diagnostic battery.
AI journal
Local inference, deterministic emergency screening, personal-data redaction, and response filtering.
Primary guidance
Open the original sources rather than relying on ReCo’s summary.
Consensus statement on concussion in sport — Amsterdam 2022British Journal of Sports Medicine · Graduated return-to-sport, relative rest, and symptom-limited activityCDC HEADS UPU.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention · Concussion danger signs and return-to-activity educationLiving Concussion GuidelinesOntario Neurotrauma Foundation · Adult concussion assessment and ongoing symptom managementPedsConcussion Living GuidelineCHEO Research Institute · Pediatric recovery, return to school, and family-centered careWhat factors must be considered in return to school following concussion?British Journal of Sports Medicine · Individualized school accommodations and regular follow-up
Known limitations
- Self-reported symptoms and browser tasks can be affected by sleep, device latency, distraction, medication, and practice effects.
- ReCo has not undergone clinical validation or regulatory review.
- AI responses may be incomplete or wrong despite safety filters.
- Danger signs require urgent professional evaluation; a reassuring screen never rules out serious injury.