Neck-strengthening exercises may protect athletes from concussions
Researchers say the neck-strengthening exercises may be crucial for prevention concussions in athletes.
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Can you prevent a brain injury by angling your head and neck a specific way?
When faced with an impending auto accident or collision, the first instinct for many is to tense up and attempt to stabilize your body before the impact. This is also true for football players who are told to tense their body to make a strong tackle without getting injured. However, new research from Stanford University…
ReadYet Another Wearable Device Claims To Prevent Concussion
Today, Sports Illustrated published a huge article on a new wearable piece of technology that is purported to protect athletes against concussions. Sound familiar? It seems every few months a new technology is released that makes revolutionary claims about reducing football and other sports-related TBI. The idea behind the latest project, called the Q-Collar, is…
ReadRay Ciancaglini Has the Heart of a Champion
Written by Rolf B. Gainer, PhD and M.J. Clausen, LPC We recently had the opportunity to interview Ray Ciancaglini about his work in preventing brain injuries from sports, specifically injuries which are caused by multiple concussions on top of an undiagnosed first concussion. Ray reflected on his boxing career and his own experience with concussions…
ReadWinter Tips For Protecting Yourself From Brain Injury
Oklahoma may have avoided winter weather for the most part, but with Christmas tomorrow, cold weather isn’t far away. Winter is a particularly risky time for brain injury as wet and slippery weather make the risk of falls considerably higher. Falling can cause serious injuries including lacerations or broken bones, but falling is also one…
ReadProtect your brain!
This short video on the value of helmets in sports says it all with few words. Its worth watching and sharing with your family and friends. Click here to see the video.
ReadNew Study Confirms Reports That Helmets Are Not Effective at Preventing Concussions
As concussion awareness has increased there has been a noticeable increase in athletes wearing helmets. Skiers, snowboarders, and cyclists have all seen a rise in helmet usage, even outside of competition. However, a new study confirms what several tests before it have already shown: modern helmets are not very good at preventing concussions. There are…
ReadStudy Shows Bicycle Helmets Lower Risk Of Brain Injury
Helmets have been getting some confusing reviews lately, as contact-sports and the concussions associated with them are getting more press coverage and researchers are looking everywhere for ways to prevent those brain injuries. Many studies have shown that football helmets are actually not able to protect against the traumatic brain injuries many claim they can,…
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