Researchers report repeated blows to the head as a result of playing youth football has implications for brain development. The study revealed players had alterations to the nerve fibers in the corpus callosum.
A new study of football players who were diagnosed with CTE reveals those who started playing tackle football before the age of 12 had earlier onset of emotional and cognitive problems.
Following just one season, children who have a history of concussion and high impact exposure as a result playing football undergo significant brain changes, researchers report.
A new study from researchers at Boston University reports an increase in later life emotional and behavioral problems in people who played youth tackle football before the age of 12.
Limiting tackling drills during football practice can reduce a player's exposure to serious head impact, a new study reports.
