Concussed children are often overlooked for rehab services
It is widely believed that children with “mild” traumatic brain injuries (more often referred to as concussions) don’t require anything more than rest to make a full recovery. It may…
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Even “mild” concussions increase risk of Parkinson’s disease
Even a “mild” concussion that heals within a week or two may have lifelong repercussions according to a new study published in the journal Neurology. The results, from a study…
ReadLargest study yet ties traumatic brain injuries to later dementia risk
People with a history of traumatic brain injury are significantly more likely to develop dementia or Alzheimer’s disease compared to those with no record of TBI, according to the largest…
ReadBrain changes in contact sports may be caused by “microconcussions”
Much has been said about the connection between concussions or traumatic brain injuries and dangerous changes to the brain such as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). However, a new study from…
ReadBrett Favre says he suffered concussions from 90% of tackles
Brett Favre has infamously only been knocked out once in his 20-year professional football career. The moment came on his very last play, capping off a record-breaking career with a…
ReadThe NFL promises “immediate action” on concussions after disastrous year
The NFL has had a bad year with brain injuries. Several high-profile incidents caught the league ignoring its own concussion protocols and letting obviously concussed athletes remain on the field.…
ReadStudy finds more than half of prisoners have TBI
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) have been associated with memory problems, behavioral issues, and difficulty controlling anger. So, it might not be surprising to hear a UK study has found more…
ReadFormer NFL Player says he’s had 2,500 concussions
When professional athletes are asked how many concussions they’ve had, they tend to lowball. Often, you’ll hear “four or five” or the athlete will shrug off the question with “I…
ReadWhat can woodpeckers teach us about brain injury?
The people working on treating and preventing brain injuries often look toward the woodpecker. These birds smack their heads against trees thousands of times a day, yet they don’t get…
ReadCan xenon gas prevent blast-related traumatic brain injury?
The vast majority of traumatic brain injuries are the result of blunt force trauma – striking your head against either the ground or an object. This can also be caused…
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