Recommendations Issued for Pediatric Abuse-Related Head Trauma
Recommendations for pediatricians include remaining vigilant for signs, consulting subspecialists
Traumatic Brain Injury
Sports Concussion Recovery May Be Slower Than Thought
At two weeks postinjury, less than half of patients are recovered, regardless of age.
CDC: Fall-Related TBI Deaths Increasing Among U.S. Residents
From 2008 to 2017, there was an increase in the national age-adjusted rate of unintentional fall-related traumatic brain injury deaths among U.S. adults
Subconcussive Head Impacts May Affect Neuro-Ophthalmologic Function
Soccer kicking group performed faster than heading group on tests at zero, two, 24 hours after intervention
Severity of Traumatic Brain Injury and its Effect on Headache Characteristics
Headache is common following traumatic brain injury and the severity of the head injury has significant effects on the headache characteristics.
Concussion Incidence May Be Highest Among Nonathlete Undergraduate Students
Researchers determined that although the incidence of concussion was similar among men and women, the rate of non-sport-related concussion was higher than that of sport-related concussion.
Soldiers With Traumatic Brain Injury at Risk for Mental Illness
US combat soldiers who have suffered a moderate or severe TBI are more likely to experience a range of mental health disorders than soldiers with other serious injuries.
Blood Biomarkers May Aid Understanding Mechanisms of Sport-Related Concussions
Study investigates the association of acute sport related concussion with blood biomarkers in collegiate varsity athletes.
Comorbidities May Influence Recovery in Service Members With Concussion
Deployed US military service members with concussion commonly have comorbid conditions that may influence their clinical course and overall recovery.
Early Concussion Treatment Linked to Faster Recovery
Earlier initiation of clinical care is associated with faster recovery after concussion.
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