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How a Blood Test Could Reveal Concussion Severity

July 28, 2020

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

July 16, 2020

Jeff Raizner

NCAA Concussion Claims

NCAA Concussion Lawsuit

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

March 31, 2020

Jeff Raizner

NCAA Concussion Claims

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…

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Blue Light Could Aid in Concussion Recovery

February 4, 2020

Jeff Raizner

NCAA Concussion Claims

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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

December 30, 2019

Jeff Raizner

NCAA Concussion Claims

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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

October 24, 2019

Jeff Raizner

NCAA Concussion Claims

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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

October 8, 2019

Jeff Raizner

NCAA Concussion Claims

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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

July 9, 2019

Jeff Raizner

NCAA Concussion Claims

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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

June 25, 2019

Jeff Raizner

NCAA Concussion Claims

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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…

Suicidal Behavior Linked To Brain Injuries In Teenagers

June 11, 2019

Jeff Raizner

NCAA Concussion Claims

NCAA, TBIs, Teenage Concussions

It’s no secret that brain injuries can lead to serious complications. In fact, the medical community is still fully researching how head trauma affects victims. This is particularly true for…