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New study could change assumptions about helmet safety

A new study led by researchers at New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYITCOM) could change public perceptions about helmet safety.

Apr 6, 2023

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Padded helmet cover shows little protection for football players

As a former football player at Aptos High School in California and Princeton University, David Camarillo, Ph.D., an associate professor of bioengineering, experienced migraines from the head-banging the sport is known for.

Mar 31, 2023

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New research reveals an increased risk of concussion-related injuries in away games

With this year's Six Nations well underway, many fans of the sport will be keeping a close eye on their team's selection each week as the rugby world is paying closer attention to concussion-related injuries.

Mar 10, 2023

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Rugby injuries: How pre-season training can help players avoid the sidelines

The list of injured players in the Six Nations Championship is, once again, long. Unsurprising you may say, given the physical nature of the sport. That's often cited as one of the elements that captivates fans and attracts ...

Mar 9, 2023

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How to prevent concussions in football? Better helmets

Football helmets made by four leading manufacturers showed vulnerabilities in tests designed to better understand player concussions, according to a new study.

Mar 6, 2023

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NFL players who experienced concussion symptoms show reduced cognitive performance decades after retirement

Former professional football players who reported experiencing concussion symptoms during their playing careers were found to perform worse on a battery of cognitive tests than non-players, according to a study led by Mass ...

Mar 3, 2023

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AI offers 'paradigm shift' in study of brain injury

From the gridiron to the battlefield, the study of traumatic brain injury has exploded in recent years. Crucial to understanding brain injury is the ability to model the mechanical forces that compress, stretch, and twist ...

Mar 1, 2023

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Tackling concussion in contact sports head on

Over the years, the focus of injury from sporting contests has broadened from immediate physical health risks to include long-term and long-latency injuries caused by concussions and repeated head trauma.

Feb 22, 2023

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Slow recovery from concussion? Exercise, breathing practice may improve symptoms

Breathing practice as well as gradual aerobic exercise may help improve concussion symptoms in teens experiencing slow recovery, according to a preliminary study released today, February 21, 2023, that will be presented at ...

Feb 22, 2023

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