College Students May Take Longer To Recover From Concussions
College can be a tough time for many. Between the pressures of being independent for the first time and the challenges of higher education, the period can put a…
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NFL Says Concussions Were Down In 2016, But Were They Really?
Several recent reports have shown that the number of diagnosed concussions in high school and college sports have been quickly rising. But, this news is often seen positively. It is…
ReadRunning Back’s Concussion Reminds Us Most Brain Injuries Happen Off The Field
Anyone keeping up with the NFL knows about the league’s “concussion crisis” and the high risk of experiencing a brain injury playing the sport. However, it is often forgotten that…
ReadU.S. Soccer Gives a Crash Course In Concussions With “Recognize to Recover” Video
As a growing body of evidence suggests that repeated “heading” the ball in soccer can leave lasting damage to athletes’ brains, U.S. Soccer has made several efforts to make the…
ReadA Third of Concussed Children Return To The Field The Same Day
Over the past few years, every state in America has adopted concussion regulations for young athletes – the vast majority of which require players to be removed from play when…
ReadPractice Drills Put Young Football Players At High Risk For Concussion
Numerous new regulations have been put into place over the last few years to protect young athletes from concussions during competition. However, a large number of these recent rules overlook…
ReadPre-Season Tests Help Schools Treat Concussions In Sports
The new school year has already arrived for many kids across the country and that means fall sports are getting ready to kick off. With the upcoming season almost here,…
ReadDale Earnhardt Jr.’s Concussion Shows Not Every Brain Injury Looks Alike
Dale Earnhardt Jr. has earned a reputation for being one of the most progressive and aware NASCAR drivers when it comes to brain injuries. While many drivers largely ignore the…
ReadThe WWE Gets Body-Slammed By Concussion Lawsuit
The NFL’s concussion lawsuit may be settled, but many other professional sports organizations have yet to see their day in court. Lawsuits are being brought by athletes from all kinds…
ReadNASCAR Star Dale Earnhardt Jr. Sidelined Due To Concussion
NASCAR superstar Dale Earnhardt Jr. is bowing out of a major upcoming race this weekend due to a possible concussion. Earnhardt’s team Hendrick Motorsports released a statement today saying the…
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