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·November 16, 2015·8 min read

When Is It Safe to Go Back to the Game After Concussion?

Researchers made advancements in developing new tests to monitor cognitive and motor function following a sports related concussion.

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·November 9, 2015·6 min read

Blood Test Can Detect Concussions in Kids

A blood test is able to detect concussions with 94 percent accuracy, a new study reports.

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·October 30, 2015·3 min read

Testing Oculomotor Nerve Function May Aid Concussion Diagnosis

A new study reports that testing oculomotor function could help with the diagnosis of concussion.

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·October 6, 2015·4 min read

Older Patients Recover More Slowly From Concussions

According to a new study, older individuals have a harder time recovering from concussions.

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·September 16, 2015·5 min read

Researchers Find Association Between Traumatic Brain Injury and Energy Drink Consumption in Teens

A new study reports teens who suffered from TBI within the past year were seven times more likely to have consumed at least five energy drink within the week prior to injury.

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·September 13, 2015·5 min read

Detecting Concussion on the Sidelines with Help of Timed Vision Test

A new study reports that a rapid number naming test was able to help detect concussion 86 percent of the time in young and professional athletes.

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·August 23, 2015·4 min read

Surprising Link Between TBI and ADHD

Researchers discover a significant association between adults who have suffered a TBI and ADHD.

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·August 18, 2015·3 min read

Color Changing Polymer Can Signal TBI in Athletes and Soldiers

Researchers have created a polymer based material that changes color depending on how hard it's hit. The technology could be used to indicate the level of TBI in football players and soldiers.

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·July 14, 2015·3 min read

Why Recovery Times Vary Widely for Children with TBI

According to a new study, some children suffer widespread damage to myelin following a TBI.

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·June 16, 2015·4 min read

Distinct Injury Patterns Found in Brains of Those With Post Concussion Depression and Anxiety

Findings could lead to improved treatment options and better understanding of post concussion depression and anxiety.

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·May 18, 2015·5 min read

Memory and Brain Differences in Former NFL Players Who Lost Consciousness During Concussion

A new study reports some former NFL players who lost consciousness due to concussion while playing have smaller hippocampal volume and score lower on memory tests.