New, easy-to-follow guidelines help parents and coaches recognize the signs of concussion in young athletes and respond ...

CHICAGO (AP) — Continuing to play despite a concussion doubles recovery time for teen athletes and leads to worse short-term mental function than in those immediately removed from action, a study ...

Amateur rugby union players who suffer concussion injuries should spend more time on the sidelines than currently required, a study suggests. RFU rules state players should only return to any form of ...

People who take over-the-counter pain relievers after a concussion may recover faster than those who do not take pain relievers, according to a preliminary study released today, March 5, 2025, that ...

A new study could help shed light on who is at risk for CTE. — -- Levels of certain proteins in the brain and spinal fluid of people who suffer continuing issues as a result of concussions are ...

Concussions can impair your thinking, coordination, and movement. This likely makes it unsafe for you to drive until you have recovered and have the medical green light. A concussion is a type of ...

Recovery from concussions can be a long and difficult process, especially for children. Active rehabilitation, usually ...

Recent studies have exposed a troubling disparity in concussion research, with only 25 scientific articles focusing on women compared to 270 studies dedicated to male athletes. This significant gap in ...

Indianapolis Colts cornerback Charvarius Ward has entered concussion protocol for a third time this season, just weeks after he said that his second concussion made him consider quitting football.