Brain Trauma Caused by Concussions
Concussions are a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) that affects how the brain functions. A concussion occurs when the brain shakes or moves from side to side inside the…
How a Blood Test Could Reveal Concussion Severity
Head injuries like concussions have plagued professional and college football players for decades. Because these particular injuries can have long lasting effects – especially when dealing with multiple concussions –…
NCAA Concussion MDL Moves Forward As Fourth Motion to Dismiss Largely Denied
Collegiate sports have been a major source of entertainment for many over the years. While a myriad of different types of college sports are played and broadcasted for the world…
Concussion Warning Signs
Head and traumatic brain injuries (TBI) happen more regularly than one may think. In fact, according to the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS), roughly 1.7 million instances of TBI…
Blue Light Could Aid in Concussion Recovery
The National Football League (NFL) has been plagued with controversy surrounding head injuries – specifically concussions – since the early 2000s. Despite so many risks surrounding head injuries in football,…
The NFL Needs To Be More Proactive in Preventing Concussions
When a head injury occurs, it can be a cause for concern. Though some injuries are minor, many should be taken seriously. Concussions are head injuries that should be prevented…
New Study Shows High Rates of Learning Disability and ADHD in College Athletes
A paper published in June in the Journal of Scientific Practice and Integrity (JoSPI) details abnormally high rates of learning disability and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder diagnoses among incoming college football players…
New Look At Concussion Research
Awareness of concussions and their potential health implications has never been greater among athletes and coaches, thanks to former NFL players and former NCAA players who’ve experienced problems later in…
New Concussion Detection Technology Receives “Breakthrough Device” Designation
Many children grow up playing sports. Even as adults, many people enjoy playing sports recreationally. Unfortunately, some sports are more dangerous than others; and, sports organizations often fail to take…
Sports Organizations Meet To Discuss Concussion Protocols
Although the long term side effects of concussions sustained while playing football has been known for decades, only in recent years have football organizations made an effort to address this…