Traumatic Brain Injury Stories
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We May Soon Use Ultrasound Headsets To Diagnose Concussions
California researchers have developed an improved ultrasound test that they hope can easily and cheaply identify concussions. -
40% Of Retired NFL Players Suffer From TBIs
More than 40 percent of retired NFL football players had signs of traumatic brain injury: study. -
These 7 Medical Conditions Are Not Gender Neutral
Seven medical conditions, including heart disease, STIs, and brain disorders, have different symptoms, different impact, or different distribution across the sexes. -
Cold Weather Can Be Extremely Dangerous For NFL Players
New research found playing football in cold weather could significantly increase risk of concussions for NFL players. -
NFL Concussion Research Is Deeply Flawed: Report
New report accuses the NFL of leaving out 100 concussions from their 2003 investigation. -
Video Games May Help Heal Traumatic Brain Injuries
Certain kinds of action video games may assist in treating traumatic brain injuries, a new study shows. -
The Newly Found Link Between Concussion And Suicide
New research found people who have had concussions have an increased risk of attempting suicide. -
The Link Between Traumatic Brain Injury And Alzheimer's Disease
Protein clumps, which are thought to be a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease, can also be found in the brains of people who have suffered a traumatic brain injury, according to a recent study. -
Henry VIII’s Violent Behavior May Have Been The Result Of A Brain Injury
Yale report suggests that the volatile personality of Henry VIII, former King of England, may have been the result of an undiagnosed traumatic brain injury. -
Wireless Silicon Implant Dissolves After Use As A Brain Sensor
A miniature silicon implant monitors intracranial pressure and temperature in the brain and then naturally dissolves into bodily fluids. -
5 Seriously Ill, 1 Brain Dead: When A Clinical Trial Goes Terribly Wrong
Five volunteers are seriously sick and one is brain dead after taking part in a clinical trial in France. -
Less Physically Mature Hockey Players Have The Worst Concussions
Physically immature teen hockey players took 21 days longer to recover from a concussion than their more mature peers.
