A concussion is more than just a bump to the head; it involves complex physiological changes in the brain. At its core, a concussion triggers: ・An inflammatory response: The brain is much more than a ...

ORLANDO, Fla. – When someone suffers a traumatic brain injury from a sports accident, car crash, or military operation, the protocol is they’re rushed to an emergency room where the patient typically ...

MONDAY, Nov. 10, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Blood tests might be able to tell how badly a concussion has rung a person’s bell, a new study says. Certain brain-related biomarkers in the blood are ...

There's an injury on the field — a collision or maybe a fall — and now a student athlete doesn't feel right. The coach thinks the athlete looks confused and clumsy. The athlete reports concerning ...

Concussion protocol for youth sports is changing in a major way. Traditionally, guidance has been to rest and limit activity. Research now shows controlled aerobic workouts restore blood to the brain ...

Blood tests might be able to tell the severity of a concussion Key blood markers tracked with teens' concussion symptoms There were significant differences between male and female patients MONDAY, Nov ...