Neuroscience
Concussion testing makes everyone tired
Testing athletes for concussions may induce mental fatigue in subjects whether or not they have a head injury, according to Penn State researchers.
Dec 6, 2011
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Health
School sports are starting again: Know the signs of concussion
As high school sports get underway this fall, sports medicine specialists remind athletes, parents and coaches that concussions can be challenging to diagnose.
Aug 29, 2022
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Neuroscience
Canada's west coast surf culture downplays concussion risk
Nikolaus Dean suffered a debilitating concussion playing varsity lacrosse during his first year of university. His post-concussion symptoms persisted for a year before doctors cleared him to return to the sport he loved. ...
May 8, 2019
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Neuroscience
Quality of life in adolescents recovering from sports-related concussion or fracture
When we think of the recovery period in adolescents with a sports injury, we tend to focus on milestones marking relief from symptoms, restoration of strength, and perhaps return to play. But what about the effects of sports ...
Jan 15, 2019
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Health
Concussion screenings before the first fall whistle
High school sports are gearing up for the fall season, and, with that, comes the risk of concussions. If a child gets a concussion, removing him or her from play is a key part of treatment and recovery. Mayo Clinic experts ...
Aug 31, 2018
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Health
Initiative to emphasize concussions are treatable
At a time when the national concussion conversation instills fear and uncertainty among parents and athletes at all levels, the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program is working to change the current discussion where two ...
Oct 23, 2014
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Surgery
Comprehensive Neurosurgery supplement covers sports-related concussions
Neurosurgeons have treated head and spinal sports injuries since the specialty was formed in the early 20th century, with formal efforts to mitigate these injuries dating back to 1931. Current Concepts in Sports Concussion ...
Sep 22, 2014
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Surgery
Neurosurgery tackles past, current and future concepts of sports concussion
An estimated 1.68 to 3.8 million sports-related concussions occur in the United States each year, and there are likely a significant number that go unreported. Current Concepts in Sports Concussion is a comprehensive, 16-article ...
Sep 22, 2014
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Health
Extensive study on concussions in youth sports finds 'culture of resistance' for self-reporting injury
Young athletes in the U.S. face a "culture of resistance" to reporting when they might have a concussion and to complying with treatment plans, which could endanger their well-being, says a new report from the Institute of ...
Oct 30, 2013
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Neuroscience
When is it safe for an athlete to return to play after a concussion? Consensus reports summarized
Concussions are a common sports injury that can have long-term neurological consequences if not properly diagnosed and treated. Several new or updated guidelines for managing sports concussions were released earlier this ...
Aug 26, 2013
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