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

Having a concussion may not be the only indicator of brain damage among football players. A recent study from the Cleveland Clinic and the University of Rochester reports that football players may ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

The next time you see a girl soccer player yawning on the sidelines, don’t just assume she was up late the night before the game. She might have a serious concussion. According to a new study to be ...

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.

A concussion occurs when you take a hit, jolt or movement that causes the brain to suddenly shift in your head. Although commonly associated with contact sports, the risk of obtaining a concussion can ...