Signs of concussion

Recognizing signs of concussion is critical. Student athletes and parents can help.

Soccer heading may increase concussion risk

Soccer concussion symptoms can happen when someone’s head strikes an object such as another player or the ground while playing sports. In soccer, players purposely make head-to-object contact when…

Can concussions cause dementia?

Concussions are top of mind with more information available about the impacts of multiple concussions, which has led many to ask if concussions can cause dementia. We are learning…

Video: Football helmet fitting: Proper fit for safe play

Football is a high impact sport played in constantly changing weather conditions. For maximum protection, football helmets should fit properly during hot summer practices and cool fall games. While…

Common sports injuries: What to know about prevention and treatment

With a sports season comes injury risk during practice or games. The most common injuries are strains, sprains and fractures. Depending on the sport, athletes also may experience cuts…

Understanding traumatic brain injuries: 3 things to know

The CDC defines a traumatic brain injury (TBI) as “a disruption in the normal function of the brain that can be caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to…

Aphasia: a loss of language

Aphasia is an impairment that can impact how you speak and understand language and communication. This means a person may have difficulties understanding all varieties of language including writing,…

Kid’s sports physicals: Why it’s important

Before the summer or fall sport season starts, it is important for your kid to have a pre-participation physical examination, or sports physical. The screening will identify underlying areas…

Sports safety starts with the right gear to prevent injury

Shin guards, kneepads, helmets and masks have one big thing in common: it all improves safety and can prevent a sports injury. If you’re wondering whether kids need to…

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