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- Concussion: Greater Awareness is KeySports-related concussions can be difficult to diagnose and manage, particularly in youth athletes. Learn why educated parents, coaches, and athletes can mean the difference between a quick, complete recovery and one that lasts weeks, months or years.
- Football, Concussion and DementiaResearch shows that repetitive brain trauma has led to dementia-like symptoms in retired football players. Symptoms can occur months, years or decades after the last injury and have a devastating impact on players and their families.
- An Extreme Amount of Concussions Has Hockey TalkingThe old tough-guy attitude in hockey may have to be replaced as it becomes clear that players are risking their lives. As players have become bigger, stronger, and faster, the danger of the sport has increased accordingly.
- Winter Sports Safety: Protecting Against ConcussionEach winter, we hit the ski slopes, crank up our snowmobiles and take to our sleds for fun in the snow. But the inherent speed of these sports means risk of injury, especially to the head. Learn how to keep you and your family safe from brain injury.
- Wait...I Just Got Hit?Concussions are a major issue for the NHL, how can they be stopped?
- Concussion Lawsuits Rattle the NFLThis article analyzes the explosive allegations and lawsuits facing the NFL relating to its alleged concealment regarding the long-term risks of concussions.
- Adolescent Concussions: A National EpidemicA college essay for my American Government class about the need for Federal legislation on concussion prevention and treatment.
- A Bit About ConcussionsThis dangerous injury has been around for a long time, but humans are just starting to understand it. Here is a basic, yet detailed explanation of concussions.
- Concussions – 5 Tips to Help You Know the Signs & Protect Your MindRecognizing a concussion is only half the battle. It is imperative to get the proper treatment if you suspect you have suffered a concussion. Here are 5 tips to increase your chances of a full recovery.
- High-Impact Sports Related Injuries: ConcussionsA brief overview of the symptoms, treatment and some preventative steps taken for traumatic brain injuries.
Throwaway Players, a Must Read Book for Football MomsFootball is a dangerous sport. This is one truth players of all levels can agree upon. Gay Culverhouse, former president of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers shines a light on the concussion epidemic and offers her thoughts on what needs to be done.- Proper tackling technique to avoid concussions in high school footballPoor tackling technique is a very common problem in high school football. Players are rarely taught how to tackle the right way and concussions are often the result.
- "Smart Helmets" to Make Debut in the NFL This SeasonNFL.com reported that 160 players suffered from concussions last season. The NFL is responding with science by implementing "Smart Helmets" to study hit impacts with accelerometers.
- Concussions and Student AthletesAccording to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, every year within the United States, nearly 3.8 million athletes suffer from a concussion.
- Top Three NFL Hall of Fame Inductees Show How Concussions Affect Life After Football75 NFL players have brought a lawsuit against the league claiming negligence. The players feel that the NFL did not properly protect or inform players about the dangers of concussions. 3 top Hall of Fame inductees show how dangerous concussions can be.
- NFL Sued for Concussions? What's Next? Head, Shoulder, Knees and Toes Round-up of InjuriesIn a bold move, former NFL players accuse the NFL of withholding information regarding the effects of head injuries from the players and their trainers. Head injuries are up, what's next? Shoulders, knees and toes?
- 5 Tips for Dealing with Lasting Post-Concussion Side EffectsConcussion symptoms can linger for more than a year in some cases. Some people never really recover. Here are some tips for dealing with lasting side effects of a concussion.
- Red Wine Cures Concussions?Scientists believe resveratrol, a component found in red wine can reduce the severity of a concussion.
Randy Orton Has Suffered a Legitimate Concussion, May Not Wrestle at Capital PunishmentCurrent World Heavyweight Champion Randy Orton may not defend his World Title at the Capital Punishment PPV this Sunday on June 19, 2011. According to an online report, Orton suffered a legitimate concussion at a house show on June 12, 2011.
Terry Bradshaw's Memory Loss Brings Up Taboo Subject for NFLThe head injuries suffered regularly by football stars like Terry Bradshaw, brings up a subject not talked about often enough - Alzheimer's (Dementia).
Youth Sports: The Importance of Recognizing and Handling ConcussionsConcussions must be taken seriously in youth sports.- Chris Paul Concussion Mars Hornets Sunday WinA concussion has fans worried about Chris Paul after the star point guard was hurt on Sunday night.
- What You Need to Know About Concussions in KidsMore and more studies are being done on the problems associated with concussions in young athletes. These problems can and have been deadly. Here is what you need to know:
- New Test for Athletic ConcussionsNow they have a new test where "The one-minute test involves the athlete reading single digit numbers displayed on index-sized ...
How Bad is My Concussion?While "grading" concussions (1st, 2nd, and 3rd degree concussions) used to be the standard of care, it is no longer practiced. A concussion is a brain injury - period.
Competing with a Concussion is Not an Option for AthletesMany athletes play through pain. However, as three-time World Cup champion skier Lindsey Vonn learned firsthand, concussions are different.
Treating Athletes with ConcussionsGuidelines now recommend that athletes do not return to play on the same day of their injury. Legislation may soon follow that mandates this guideline.- Girls Who Play Soccer at High Risk for Sports ConcussionsDo you have a teen who plays soccer? According to a new study, athletic girls who play soccer are at high risk for concussions. Find out more.
NFL Concussion Awareness Results in Better Management of AthletesA recent study revealed that while there was not a significant increase in the number of concussions in the past decade, the data showed a significant change in how athletes with concussions were managed.
Concussions and Traumatic Head Injuries in Softball PlayersAlthough most of the sports medicine news lately has been about the risks of concussions for football players, these athletes don't hold a monopoly on the risks of the condition.- Risks Associated with Head Injuries and ConcussionsArticle describes the long term and short term dangers seen after having a head injury or concussion.
World of Warcraft: Cataclysm - Warrior Protection Talents - Tier 3This article will serve as a guide to the first tier of Protection Talents for the Warrior class in World of Warcraft Cataclysm, Last Stand, Concussion Blow, Bastion of Protection and Warbringer.
World of Warcraft: Cataclysm - Shaman Elemental Talents - Tier 1This article will serve as a guide to the first tier of Elemental Talents for the Shaman class in World of Warcraft Cataclysm, Acuity, Convection and Concussion.
News Flash: Getting Hit in the Head is Not HealthyA new study shows that getting hit in the head is a bad idea- Concussions: The NFL's Toughest OpponentAs concussions continue to mount, the NFL takes steps to protect players. Focus is on prevention, research and treatment.
- Sports-related ConcussionsTraumatic brain injuries, or concussions, are significantly dangerous for youth participating in sports. Repeated injuries can cause permanent damage or worse.
Sports Concussions, Weighing the RisksAfter suffering a significant concussion during a high school football game that kept this QB sidelined for four months, the return-to-play decision was a difficult one for his family.
TNA Cracking Down on ConcussionsTNA is cracking down on concussions, is now more involved in wrestler safety, and the company has also banned the use of chair shots to the head.- Helmet to Helmet Collisions and Concussions Up This YearMore and more concussions from violent hits on ball carriers is causing the NFL to determine who is a defenseless receiver and who is not. The real reason for the injuries is poor tackling techniques.
- NFL Concussion Study Shows Abnormal Danger for Players -- Pro, College and High SchoolIt has been discovered that a study has not been made known regarding concussions in the NFL. Now that it has been, there is fallout not only for NFL players but younger players as well. What should parents know?
