Sports vision, concussion care should go hand in hand
Charles Shidlofsky, OD, FCOVD I recently worked with two professional hockey players on a team for which I provide sports vision care. One of the players is still struggling...
Category: Concussions
Heading a football just 20 times could lead to reduced brain function and signs of concussion, study finds
By JONATHAN CHADWICK FOR MAILONLINE PUBLISHED: 10:55 EST, 18 November 2020 | UPDATED: 10:56 EST, 18 November 2020 Heading a football just 20 times may lead to reduced brain...
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Concussions, Neurological Function, News, Research
Football’s dementia crisis: Research shows just 20 ‘normal’ headers can lead to concussion test failure
The study increases the pressure for action to protect adult players after previous limits were introduced on children’s training By Jeremy Wilson, CHIEF SPORTS REPORTER 17 November 2020 •...
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Concussions, Neurological Function, Research
ADHD, Dyslexia May Affect Evaluation of Concussion
Young people with certain learning disorders, such as attention-deficit disorder/attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) and dyslexia, can perform worse on commonly used concussion tests, a new study shows. “Our results suggest...
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Concussions, Neurological Function
Better Screening Needed for Pediatric Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries
Andrew R. Mayer, PhD New research suggests better neurosensory testing is needed for pediatric patients suffering from a mild traumatic brain injury. A team based in the US and...
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Concussions, Youth AthletesHeadballs can affect eye function
Headers are an integral part of football. Safety concerns have changed the rules among minors in many countries, including the United States. © Mikkel Bigandt - Fotolia.com A study...
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Concussions
Clinical examination factors that predict delayed recovery in individuals with concussion
Background Risk factors for prolonged recovery after concussion have been well researched, but specific objective clinical examination findings have not. This study examined whether clinical examination results could predict...
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Concussions
Concussion Care: Searching for Better Science
View as PDF MULTIFACETED APPROACH. Adding vestibular therapy to visual therapy-shown here with (left) a Brock string and (right) a Marsden ball-can boost recovery The number of diagnosed concussions...
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Concussions
Clinic aims to help parents and kids deal with concussions
By Nohelani Graf The old adage when it comes to concussions is: "When in doubt, sit them out." Doctors with the Concussion Clinic at the Mayo Clinic want to...
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Concussions, Youth Athletes
Heading in soccer may adversely affect eye function
The results add to existing knowledge of brain injuries associated with sports, especially those with frequent potential trauma to the head, researchers say. Feb. 13 (UPI) — “Heading” the...
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Concussions, Youth Athletes
Heading in soccer may adversely affect eye function
Feb. 13 (UPI) — “Heading” the ball is a fundamental part of soccer, but concerns over safety have changed the way the game is played at the youth level...
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Concussions, Neurological Function
Subconcussive Head Impacts May Affect Neuro-Ophthalmologic Function
THURSDAY, Feb. 13, 2020 — Repetitive subconcussive head impacts may cause short-term impairment of neuro-ophthalmologic function, according to a study published online Feb. 13 in JAMA Ophthalmology. Madeleine K....
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Concussions, Neurological Function
Subconcussive Head Impacts May Affect Neuro-Ophthalmologic Function
THURSDAY, Feb. 13, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Repetitive subconcussive head impacts may cause short-term impairment of neuro-ophthalmologic function, according to a study published online Feb. 13 in JAMA Ophthalmology....
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Concussions, Neurological Function
Grand Traverse Hockey Association Adds Modern Elements to ADM
Michigan association has been honored as a USA Hockey model association At one time, the Grand Traverse Hockey Association subscribed to the traditional way of teaching hockey to young...
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Concussions, Hockey
Better tools are needed to diagnose concussions in youth athletes
KOLOA, Hawaii — A speaker at Orthopedics Today Hawaii said there is a need for a validated, rapid, objective, diagnostic test to better diagnose concussions, especially in youth athletes....