Concussion
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Athletes and CTE: How Much is Too Much?
A new study[1] published in Nature Communications this summer brings new insight into the root causes of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). Symptoms of CTE include cognitive impairment, behavioral changes, mood disorders, and motor control issues.[2]…
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New Zealand Study Examines Effects of Concussion 4 Years Post-Injury
For the hundreds of thousands of individuals[1] who suffer from concussion (also called traumatic brain injury) per year, a common question is what the long term effects are from such an injury. Understanding this could…
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The Increase of Concussions Among Young Female Athletes
Most people are now familiar with concussion risks and football, thanks in large part to awareness stemming from Washington’s first-in-the-nation legislation (The Zackery Lystedt Law[1]) aimed at preventing preventable brain injuries, as well as national…
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Concussions in Kids Much More Common Than Previously Thought
Per the National Council of Youth Sports, more than 44 million youth participate in sports per year.[1] Concussions, a form of a traumatic brain injury, are common in children, with sports and recreation as a…
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Post-Traumatic Pulmonary Embolism Treatments and Complications
One significant risk following blunt force trauma is the development of Pulmonary Embolism (PE). This comes from a blockage of the pulmonary artery or one of its branches by a blood clot, traveling from another…
