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Protecting Young Athletes: Understanding the Hidden Effects of Concussions

Discover how concussions impact cognition, brain activity, aperiodic activity, and high school football players, and learn essential steps to protect young athletes' neurological health
Discover how concussions impact cognition, brain activity, aperiodic activity, and high school football players, and learn essential steps to protect young athletes' neurological health

Protecting Young Athletes: Understanding the Hidden Effects of Concussions Did you know that 91% of high school football players show slowed brain activity after a concussion? This is a big problem in youth sports1. Concussions, a common injury, are a big risk for young athletes in sports like football, soccer, and basketball2. The Centers for […]

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Spotting a Concussion: A Simple Arm Test May Provide Answers

Discover how a simple arm drift test can aid in concussion diagnosis. Learn about its sensitivity, specificity, and role in neurological assessments for better evaluation.
Discover how a simple arm drift test can aid in concussion diagnosis. Learn about its sensitivity, specificity, and role in neurological assessments for better evaluation.

Spotting a Concussion: A Simple Arm Test May Provide Answers Recent studies show that 20-50% of suspected stroke cases are actually “stroke mimics”1. These can include migraines, seizures, or even mental health issues. This makes it crucial to have quick and accurate ways to spot concussions and other brain injuries. Luckily, a simple arm test […]