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Australian batter Will Pucovski compelled to retire due to concussions
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
The young Aussie batter is only 26 at the time of his retirement. Pucovski has had a long history of injuries due to concussions in his cricketing career which started in 2017.
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Researchers discover how brain biometrics help inform sports concussions
Updated : 2 years, 5 months ago IST
According to recent research from the University of South Australia, novel brain biometrics could assist in determining whether an athlete is fit to return to play after a concussion.
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Concussions early in life linked to cognitive decline later: Study
Updated : 2 years, 6 months ago IST
A study of twins found that having a concussion early in life is associated with lower scores on tests of thinking and memory abilities decades later, as well as a faster drop in those scores than twins who did not have a concussion or traumatic brain injury (TBI).
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Study reveals sports concussions raise risk of injury
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Concussions are an undesirable result of contact sports at the junior and senior levels. Sports doctors at the University of South Australia are now suggesting that kid athletes who have suffered brain trauma take longer to recover, citing recent research that shows a concussion can increase
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Sports concussions increase risk of injury: Study
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Concussions are an unfortunate part of junior and senior-level contact sports. Sports specialists at the University of South Australia are now recommending that child athletes suffering from head trauma take longer to recuperate, citing new data that suggests a concussion can increase future
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Researchers find possible causes behind concussion in kids
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
According to McGill University research, different forms of brain injury produced by a concussion may cause identical symptoms in youngsters. A novel approach to investigating concussions could aid in the development of future medicines.
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Sleep problems persistent in patients who suffer concussions: Study
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
A study that was published in the Journal of Neurotrauma found that concussion symptoms that persist can be particularly harmful to sleep, causing long-term problems.
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Research reveals multiple causes for concussion symptoms in tiny tots
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
The findings published in the journal 'eLife', assist to clarify the complex relationship that exists between symptoms and physical damage caused by concussions in children.
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Some screen time better than none when children recover from concussions:
Updated : 3 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington [US], October 17 (ANI): Too much screen time can slow children's recovery from concussions, but new research from UBC and the University of Calgary suggests that banning screen time is not the answer.
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Researchers describe the dynamics of cavitation in brain bubbles
Updated : 3 years, 6 months ago IST
Washington [US], August 31 (ANI): A tiny bubble popping within a liquid seems more fanciful than traumatic. But millions of popping vapour bubbles can cause significant damage to rigid structures like boat propellers or bridge supports. Can you imagine the damage such bubbles could do to sof
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Study explores methods to help reduce injury after successful post-concuss
Updated : 4 years, 1 month ago IST
Colorado [US], January 23 (ANI): Injuries and concussions are part and parcel of sports, as has been observed over so many years. A new study has examined the efficacy of neuromuscular training (NMT) intervention, which may lead to new treatment approaches and better outcomes for athletes wh
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Study: Repeated concussions in professional rugby players linked with poor
Updated : 4 years, 3 months ago IST
Durham [UK], November 27 (ANI): Professional rugby players are more likely to show signs of poor mental health, such as depression and anxiety compared to amateur ones and non-contact athletes, as per a recent study by an international team of researchers.
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