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German researchers find 10-20% of boxers have persistent impairment from brain trauma

Girls' soccer second only to football for high school concussion rates

Bruins' Savard returns to the ice and a standing ovation after March concussion


American Academy of Neurology: Concussed athletes should see a specialist before returning to play


Mayo Clinic Hockey Summit recommendations include ban on all hits to the head at all levels

Army identifies blood protein marker which may help identify brain injuries including concussions

 
What becomes of athletes who suffer concussions when young?


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NFL toughens stance on concussions, acknowledging long-term risks and life-changing potential
 

Recently released NFL helmet-impact test results should not be applied to collegiate, high school or youth helmets

NFL considers changes to camps and practices to limit concussions; concerned about sub-concussive hits

NCAA makes 3-man wedge illegal this year hoping to reduce concussions, same as NFL

Tennessee tightens concussion policies for coming school year

Study suggests athletes may need even more time after concussion to fully heal

NJ female teen athlete suffered 15 concussions now struggles daily

DC MLS star Namoff suspends career due to lingering symptoms from concussion suffered Sept 09

MLB All-Star players choosing reinforced helmets to reduce head injuries

Neuroplasticity: can our brains grow, change, and heal themselves at any age?

Emergency room visits for kids with head injuries increased 43% in the last five years

LaPorta passes neuropsychological test but doctors don't allow him to return to play

Indians LaPorta shows no sign of concussion after on-field collision and CT scan

High school softball adds concussion rule

Pro soccer player Twellman ends season due to symptoms from concussion suffered 2 years ago

Former Bengals receiver who died of unrelated causes showed signs of trauma-related brain damage at age 26

Pirates players collide leaving second baseman unconscious; out for series with concussion

Study shows most parents unaware of their local school's concussion policies

Six-yr-old sustains concussion attempting flip off diving board

Quebec bans bodychecking in youth hockey and reduces concussions significantly

Pro hockey player suffers post-concussion syndrome, symptoms originally confused with flu

Canadian amateur football association implements concussion rules to protect all amateur players

Neck muscle strength plays a role in concussion prevention

ESPN's  Preston Plevetes' concussion story, former La Salle football player

Zackery Lystedt inspired WA State's concussion law, the Lystedt Law

Eagles wide receiver felt pressured by asst coach to return after concussion last season

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Air Force Academy basketball player plaqued by headaches since Nov. concussion, hopes new medication helps

Are headguards the answer for soccer players?  Some athletes and coaches in ME believe so


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New Jersey Concussion Law

New Jersey's concussion bill was signed into law by Gov. Chris Christie on Dec. 7, 2010. The main provisions apply to school districts and nonpublic school interscholastic leagues:

  • immediate removal of any athlete suspected of having a concussion from practice/game

  • athletes cannot return to practice/game until evaluated by a physician or other licensed healthcare provider trained in the diagnosis and management of concussion and receives written medical authorization

  • parents and athletes are required to sign a concussion information sheet

  • annual concussion training for school physicians, all coaches, and continuing medical education requirements for athletic trainers

  • read full text of the law

New Jersey school resources

 The New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association's (NJSIAA) Medical Advisory Board developed a policy statement entitled, "Concussion Identification, Management, and Return-to-Play" in April 2010:

New Jersey medical resources

New Jersey residents have access to concussion-specific medical care at the following locations:  coming soon.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
   

 

 

                           











 

 
 

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