How a Scan May Detect Concussion-Related Brain Disease
Concussions are an inevitable part of sports. Any time you combine high speed with contact, you increase the risk of brain injury. Fortunately, concussions are detectable—assuming the athlete accurately reports [...]
Concussion-Prevention Shockstrip Approved for High School Football
There are few worse sounds in football than the crash of a helmet-to-helmet hit. In his 16 years as a chiropractic physician, Dr. Steven Novicky has treated hundreds of football players suffering [...]
Concussions 101
As sports get faster and collisions get more violent, concussions have become a growing concern for athletes at all levels. To protect yourself from the long-term effects of multiple concussions, [...]
Drew Brees and Others Advocate for imPACT Baseline Concussion Testing
Last week, a panel of four athletes who have suffered concussions—six-time Pro-Bowler Drew Brees, women’s soccer Olympic gold medalist Briana Scurry, Stanley Cup winner Mike Richter, and Super [...]
Head Injuries Are Dangerous Even If They Don't Cause a Concussion
Think you've dodged a bullet by passing a concussion test after a hard hit to the head? A new study published in the journal Neurology suggests that you may still [...]
Perform These Neck Strengthening Exercises to Help Prevent a Concussion
Prompted by a rash of on-field concussions, the NFL, NCAA and other sports organizations are now spearheading efforts to keep their athletes safer. Updated regulations regarding protective equipment are being [...]
Dick's Sporting Goods PACE Program Helps With Concussion Education and Prevention
Concussions are serious business. If improperly treated, they can have long-term health consequences, put you on the disabled list or even end your athletic career. Many pro athletes experience the [...]
Four Ways to Prevent Concussions
A concussion is a jarring of the brain caused by a blow or a fall, usually by a collision with a person or a hard surface. Concussions damage the brain. [...]
Four Simple Tips to Understand and Prevent Concussions
Concussions are among the most serious injuries an athlete can suffer. NHL superstart Sidney Crosby was sidelined for more than half a season, and former NFL QB Troy Aikman lost [...]
Wear a Mouthguard to Prevent Concussions
The impact of a hit to the head can damage your teeth and jaw—and potentially cause a concussion. One easy way to reduce the severity of this type of injury? [...]