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Interview with Katherine Snedaker, Executive Director of PINK Concusssions

Interview with Katherine Snedaker, Executive Director of PINK Concusssions

As part of our series this October for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, today’s blog post is an interview with Katherine Snedaker, Founder of PINK Concussions, a nonprofit group which focuses on support, research and education in women with brain injury from sport, domestic violence, accidents or military service. Katherine, along with top researchers, created the […]

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Recognizing the Signs of Domestic Violence: A Call for Awareness

Recognizing the Signs of Domestic Violence: A Call for Awareness

Most domestic violence remains hidden from view, occurring behind closed doors and among partners who often stay silent. Globally, an estimated one in three women experience some type of physical or sexual partner violence in their lifetime. The physical injuries are often severe and, unfortunately, domestic violence is a leading cause of concussion. In a

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concussions across various sports

Concussions Across Various Sports

Here’s a question: Which high school sport has an incidence of concussion roughly on par with football? If you said wrestling or hockey, guess again. The answer is girls soccer which underscores an important reality: When it comes to concussion, football makes the headlines but risk exists across a wide range of sports.  As a

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Concussion in Children Show No Long-Term Impact on IQ

Concussion in Children Show No Long-Term Impact on IQ

As the long-term impact of concussions on elite athletes has become a hot topic, a related question naturally arises: What’s the long-term impact on kids who experience concussion? A recent study provides a measure of relief to parents whose families have been affected.   The article, published in the American Association of Pediatrics journal Pediatrics, found

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Concussion in Kids: Recognizing, Treating, and Safeguarding Young Minds

Concussion in Kids: Recognizing, Treating, and Safeguarding Young Minds

As kids actively participate in sports, recreational activities, and daily play, the risk of head injuries, including concussions, becomes a concern for parents, coaches, and educators. Concussions are mild traumatic brain injuries that require special attention, particularly when it comes to children, whose developing brains are more vulnerable to the effects of such injuries. In

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Filling a gap: a unique, evidence-based resource for college students with concussion

The following is a reproduction of the poster that Concussion Alliance presented at the 14th Annual World Congress on Brain Injury in Dublin, Ireland, on April 31. 2023. This poster is based on our College Students resource; the contributors to this poster, abstract, and the College Students resource are Conor Gormally, Malayka Gormally, Kaori Hirano,

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Understanding the Gender Divide: Male vs. Female Concussions and Concussion Recovery

Understanding the Gender Divide: Male vs. Female Concussions and Concussion Recovery

Concussions are a concerning and prevalent issue in sports and various other activities that involve potential head injuries. While both males and females are susceptible to concussions, research shows that females have been traditionally under-represented in clinical studies. Several studies have shown there are differences in how concussions occur, their symptoms, and the recovery process

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The Challenges of Diagnosing Concussions: Unraveling the Complexity

The Challenges of Diagnosing Concussions: Unraveling the Complexity

Concussions, often referred to as mild traumatic brain injuries, present a unique set of challenges when it comes to diagnosis. Unlike other visible injuries, concussions involve intricate physiological and neurological processes that make them difficult to diagnose accurately. In this blog post, we will delve into the complexities surrounding the diagnosis of concussions and shed

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Advancing Player Safety: The SCAT6 Concussion Assessment Tool

Advancing Player Safety: The SCAT6 Concussion Assessment Tool

Concussions are a prevalent concern in contact sports and activities involving potential head injuries. These traumatic brain injuries can have severe consequences if not identified and managed promptly. To ensure the safety of athletes, medical professionals, and sports organizations are continuously working to improve concussion assessment and management protocols. One significant advancement in this area

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The Power of a Multi-Modal Approach to Concussion Care: Unlocking Best Practices

The Power of a Multi-Modal Approach to Concussion Care: Unlocking Best Practices

Concussions, commonly caused by sports-related injuries or accidents, require comprehensive and specialized care to ensure optimal recovery. While there is no one-size-fits-all solution, a multi-modal approach to concussion care has emerged as the gold standard in recent years. This holistic method combines various therapies and interventions to address the complex nature of concussions, encompassing physical,

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