Posts Tagged ‘NASCAR and concussions’

By Paul Stone On September 10th, 2018

Dale Earnhardt Jr. reveals he has had more than 20 concussions in his NASCAR career

NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Jr. retired last year after a prolonged struggle with symptoms from a concussion. At the time, it was obvious it was not Earnhardt’s first concussion, and…

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By Paul Stone On April 25th, 2017

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Announces His Retirement After Long-Lasting Concussion

After missing nearly all of the 2016 season due to long-lasting concussion symptoms, NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Jr. says this year will be his last on the racetrack. The racer…

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By Paul Stone On February 22nd, 2017

NASCAR Stars Talk About Concussions Before Daytona 500

Following the announcement of NASCAR’s new concussion regulations, it is no surprise concussions were a popular topic at the Daytona 500 media day. Several riders were asked about their opinions…

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By Paul Stone On February 20th, 2017

NASCAR Is The Latest Sport To Introduce Questionable “Concussion Regulations”

The biggest story of the 2016 NASCAR season may have started on the track, but it unfolded far away – in dimly-lit and hushed rooms where Dale Earnhardt Jr. spent…

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By Paul Stone On December 8th, 2016

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Cleared To Race Following Lengthy Concussion Recovery

After missing 18 races because of long-lasting concussion symptoms, NASCAR star Dale Earnhardt Jr. has officially been cleared to race in the 2017 season. Earnhardt completed a test drive at…

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By Paul Stone On August 2nd, 2016

Dale 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…

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