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Post-Concussion Syndrome: A Hidden Consequence of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

by Ioannis Mavroudis April 28, 2025

by Ioannis Mavroudis April 28, 2025

Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) occurs when a sudden blow or jolt to the head …

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The role of cardiovascular response as a predictor of neurologic disability in children with brain injury – a pilot study

by myneuronews April 26, 2025

by myneuronews April 26, 2025

Background and Rationale The interaction between the cardiovascular system and the brain is complex and …

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Concussions Are Associated With Increases in Blood Pressure and Cardiovascular Risk in American-Style Football Athletes

by myneuronews April 26, 2025

by myneuronews April 26, 2025

Impact of Concussions on Cardiovascular Health Recent research has highlighted a concerning link between concussions …

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Computed Tomography Findings of Children Under 3 Years of Age with Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and No Neurological Focal Signs

by myneuronews April 26, 2025

by myneuronews April 26, 2025

Computed Tomography Characteristics Computed tomography (CT) plays a crucial role in evaluating pediatric patients with …

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Computational Modelling of Protected and Unprotected Head Impacts in Rugby

by myneuronews April 26, 2025

by myneuronews April 26, 2025

Impact Mechanics in Rugby The mechanics of impact in rugby are complex and involve a …

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Sport-Related Concussions in High School Athletes: A Comprehensive Update

by myneuronews April 25, 2025

by myneuronews April 25, 2025

Understanding Concussions in High School Sports Concussions have become a significant concern in high school …

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Point-of-Care Electroencephalography in Acute Neurological Care: A Narrative Review

by myneuronews April 25, 2025

by myneuronews April 25, 2025

Application of Point-of-Care EEG Point-of-care electroencephalography (POC EEG) has emerged as a transformative tool in …

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Complexity of post-concussion syndrome assessment and management: a case for customizing rehabilitation

by myneuronews April 25, 2025

by myneuronews April 25, 2025

Understanding Post-Concussion Syndrome Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS) represents a complex and often debilitating condition that can …

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Clinical manifestations and treatment of hypopituitarism due to traumatic brain injury

by myneuronews April 25, 2025

by myneuronews April 25, 2025

Understanding Hypopituitarism Hypopituitarism is a condition characterized by the insufficient production of one or more …

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Prediction of seizure risk after repetitive mild traumatic brain injury in childhood

by myneuronews April 25, 2025

by myneuronews April 25, 2025

Seizure Risk Factors Seizures are common neurological events that can occur after brain injuries, including …

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Recognition and Detection of Concussion in the Community: Implications for Primary Care in the UK
Concussion, a subset of traumatic brain injury, is prevalent in both adults and children and can result in a range of short-term and long-term symptoms that can significantly impair an individual's overall quality of life. Lifestyle factors, such as engaging in high-impact sports may increase the likelihood of sustaining a concussion. Recently, there has been […]
The influence of concussion history on turning gait performance
CONCLUSION: Those with a concussion history demonstrated moderately shorter step length, but the lack of any other significant findings limits clinical applicability. Greater perceived dual-task demands can be used to ensure more self-perceived challenges are being utilized during rehabilitation.
Where's your head at? Perceptions and utilisation of concussion prevention and rehabilitation strategies in women's and men's rugby union
CONCLUSIONS: This study underscores the variation in perceived importance and utilisation of prevention and rehabilitation strategies in rugby. It emphasises the necessity for education to help remove barriers with the aim of optimising programme implementation and utility.
Applying the ICRP model to writing recommendations in a neuropsychological evaluation for brain injury populations
CONCLUSION: This unique approach to creating recommendations and treatment plans for brain injury recovery may be more time intensive than a traditional outpatient neuropsychological evaluation, but includes the added benefit of collaborating with the patient, family/caregivers, and treatment team to maximize rehabilitation success and improve quality of life.
Barriers experienced by visually impaired rugby players when undertaking concussion assessment: a qualitative investigation
Previous work has conjectured that visually impaired athletes may face barriers when attempting concussion assessments because they can present with signs of concussion as part of their condition. The present study aimed to explore the qualitative experiences of visually impaired players undertaking the Sport Concussion Assessment Tool 5 (SCAT5). Four visually impaired Physical Disability Rugby […]