[ad_1] (RxWiki News) Concussions are more than just a blow to the head. They can have serious short- and long-term effects. Many people, such as kids who play contact sports,
Head Injuries: More Than Concussions
[ad_1] (RxWiki News) Concussions have been linked to long-term brain damage, but a new study found that smaller impacts to the head may also lead to harm over time. Researchers
A Blood Test for Concussions
[ad_1] (RxWiki News) The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has allowed the marketing of a blood test to evaluate concussions in adults. The Banyan Brain Trauma Indicator tests the
The Lasting Effects of Brain Injuries
[ad_1] (RxWiki News) A traumatic brain injury (TBI) may increase your risk of dementia for decades, according to a new study. Looking at nationwide databases in Sweden from 1964 to
MMA and Head Injuries: An Unknown Risk
[ad_1] (RxWiki News) There’s a lack of information on the risk of brain injuries tied to mixed martial arts (MMA), a new study found. And given the violent nature of
Girls May See Longer-Lasting Concussion Effects
[ad_1] (RxWiki News) Adolescent girls may have to deal with the symptoms of sports-related concussions for longer than boys, according to a new study. In fact, these symptoms may persist
A Look at Teen Concussion Rates
[ad_1] (RxWiki News) Many adolescents reported that they have been diagnosed with at least one concussion during their lives, according to a new study. This study found that almost 20