NFL Concussion Policy Investigation Leads To Protocol Changes
In the lead up to the latest NFL season, the league touted changes to their concussion policy aimed at improving detection of injuries on the field and removing players suspected…
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Congressional Committee Questions The N.H.L.’s Management of Brain Injuries
The National Hockey League has made several rule changes to better prevent concussions within the sport in recent years, but the House’s Committee on Energy and Commerce is still concerned…
ReadFemale Athletes May Not Be Reporting Concussions When They Happen
Despite increased education efforts, one of the biggest challenges in the fight to prevent concussions in sports is changing the culture itself. Far too often, players will choose to hide…
ReadA Record Number of Teens Are Being Diagnosed With Concussions
The number of concussion diagnoses made every year has reached record highs in the past few years, according to a new report from Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. The numbers…
ReadWhat Parents Need To Know About Concussions
As the fall sports season kicks into high gear, you can expect to see some stunning throws, unbelievable catches, and devastating hits in high school and college football stadiums across…
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,…
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…
ReadYouth Concussions Jump Over 500% In Just Four Years
Concussion awareness and educations across the country seem to be making headway as more youth and sports-related concussions are being diagnosed. In fact, concussion diagnoses went up 500% from just…
ReadNew Concussion Protocols Are Helping Keep Athletes’ Brains Safe
Concussions are starting to be taken seriously in sports of all ages. The idea that concussions in sports like football and hockey can have life-long effects is finally accepted as…
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