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Beyond the Sidelines: Co-Producing Sport-Related Concussion Research

Beyond the Sidelines: Co-Producing Sport-Related Concussion Research

When it comes to sport-related concussions, the best progress is made when multiple stakeholders have a voice: athletes, families, coaches, and clinicians. A new study, “Engaging children, young adults, and other partners to identify priorities for sport related concussion research,”  highlights how “co-production,” i.e., working side by side with those directly affected, grounds concussion research […]

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When Fit Matters: The Hidden Problem with Mouthguard Concussion Sensors

When Fit Matters: The Hidden Problem with Mouthguard Concussion Sensors

In recent years, instrumented mouthguards – mouthguards fitted with tiny accelerometers – have been introduced as a new way to measure head impacts in sports. The idea sounds simple: every time an athlete takes a hit, the mouthguard tracks how the head moves giving trainers and doctors more information about concussion risk. However, a new study

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FDA Clearance and Why it Matters

FDA Clearance and Why it Matters

When it comes to your health, trust matters. Whether it is a wearable that tracks your heartbeat, or a sophisticated diagnostic tool used in a hospital, it is crucial to know the medical device is safe, effective, and reliable. That is where the FDA—the U.S. Food and Drug Administration—comes in. For medical device companies, obtaining

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Aerobic Exercise after a Sport-Related Concussion Improves Executive Function

New Study Shows that Aerobic Exercise after a Sport-Related Concussion Improves Executive Function

Think rest is best after a concussion? Think again! A study published in the February 2025 issue of the Journal of Sports Sciences titled “Sub-symptom Threshold Aerobic Exercise Improves Executive Function in Individuals with Sport-Related Concussion” explores the impact of controlled aerobic exercise on cognitive recovery post-concussion. The University of Western Ontario in Canada research

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New Study on Concussion Prevalence and Knowledge in Top Level Youth Karate Athletes

New Study on Concussion Prevalence and Knowledge in Top Level Youth Karate Athletes

Concussion and sports most often brings to mind football, but other sports also see their fair share of concussions. One that is not mentioned often is karate. A recent study published in Injury Prevention, titled “Concussion History and Knowledge Among Top-Level Youth Karate Athletes”, sheds light on the prevalence of concussions and the level of

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NEJM Paper Outlines Active Management for Recovery from Concussion

NEJM Paper Outlines Active Management for Recovery from Concussion

Recent research from the University at Buffalo, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, emphasizes that active management is the most effective approach for recovering from concussions. This method contrasts with the traditional practice of prolonged rest, advocating instead for a brief rest period followed by prescribed physical activity. Key Insights from the Study:

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The Importance of Multidisciplinary and Timely Access to Concussion Care for Olympic Athletes

The Importance of Multidisciplinary and Timely Access to Concussion Care for Olympic Athletes

In anticipation of the Summer 2024 Olympics, a pivotal study by Dr. Thomas Romeas, a sports scientist at the Institut national du sport du Quebec, sheds light on the critical intersection of multidisciplinary care and the timely management of sport-related concussions (SRC) among Olympic athletes. Titled “Where is the research on sport-related concussion in Olympic

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