Panel Discusses The Concussion Dangers In Cheerleading and Football
When you speak about concussions in athletics, it is hard not to speak about football. It has received the most attention by far for its handling of concussions thanks to…
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Staying In The Game After Concussion Can Mean Being Sidelined Longer
Sports leagues across the country have instituted policies which pull players from play if they are suspected of experiencing a concussion, but there is plenty of evidence to show the…
ReadConcussions Take The Spotlight On WWE As Daniel Bryan Retires
The concussion crisis has left practically no sport untouched, as football, hockey, soccer, and basketball are all dealing with the potential long-term dangers of repeated sports-related brain injuries. The same…
ReadAdvanced Monitoring System Could Reduce Head Trauma In Athletes
A group of researchers say a ‘structural health monitoring’ system often used to detect subtle damage in aircraft could also be highly useful in reducing brain trauma in sports. The…
ReadHelmetless Training May Protect Football Players From Brain Injury
Concussions in football have been in the headlines quite a bit lately thanks to the “concussion crisis” in football and the new movie starring Will Smith, however the latest news…
ReadHow To Tell If An Athlete May Have A Concussion
As we reach the end of November, the football season is nearing its thunderous conclusion and winter sports are kicking into gear. That means it is also an important time…
ReadU.S. Soccer Federation Announces New Concussion Initiative For Youth Players
With increased scrutiny falling on how concussions are handled in sports organization, the U.S. Soccer Federation is enacting a new youth soccer initiative aimed at keeping the brains of young…
ReadExpert Shares Pre-Season Tips For Preventing Sports-Related Concussions
As the start of school draws near, so does the fall athletic season. Before student-athletes hit the field for pre-season practice, it is essential they receive a thorough education to…
ReadConcussions Plague Pro Bull Riding Despite The Use of Helmets
For bull riders, serious injuries come with the occupation. Still, doctors, riders, and researchers are quickly becoming concerned about just how prevalent brain injuries are within the sport. The Professional…
ReadStudy Shows More Children Seeking Concussion Treatment
As the long-term risks associated with repeated concussions have become more widely known, numerous laws have been enacted across the country to protect student athletes. According to a new study…
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