A concussion is a type of mild traumatic brain injury that occurs from a strong blow to the head. It can cause symptoms like headache, dizziness, fatigue, memory impairment, and mood changes.

One million athletes experience a concussion injury each year in the U.S. March 19, 2013— -- When Dawn Balzano's 17-year-old daughter Victoria took a ball to the head during a soccer game a ...

A new study finds that concussion causes short-term impairment of the cardiovascular system but that these cardiovascular symptoms typically resolve within three days of the injury. The article is ...

As school spins up and student athletes return to fall sports, it’s important to be aware of signs and symptoms of a concussion/ mTBI (mild Traumatic Brain Injury). A concussion is a type of TBI ...

Your brain is surrounded in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) inside your skull. The fluid acts as a shock absorber between the brain and skull, but sometimes this isn’t enough. Yes, it’s possible to have a ...

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 ...

Is a concussion considered a traumatic brain injury? A concussion is a brain injury that occurs when a violent blow or jolt hits the head and causes the brain to strike against the inside of the skull ...

CHICAGO, Illinois -- Heading the ball is often criticized for being too dangerous in youth soccer, But a 9-year study of U.S high school games suggests that limiting rough play might be a better way ...