Objective To determine what proportion of patients experience an exacerbation of their symptoms as a result of premature return to play (RTP) and return to learn (RTL) following a sport-related ...

A research team studying concussion has published an interactive diagram showing the many facets of mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) -- from sleep problems to mood disorders to the increased danger ...

A concussion is a form of traumatic brain injury (TBI) that affects how your brain functions. These effects can be short-term, lasting only a few hours or days, or can lead to long-term problems.

“The biggest thing about concussion is that you can’t see it,” says one first-team physio in the English Football League. “It’s the invisible injury. And, at times, that’s what can make your decision ...

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

A person with a concussion may have dilated pupils, droopy eyelids, or difficulty tracking objects. Sometimes, these symptoms are obvious, but not always. Assessment tools can help a doctor check for ...

If you’ve ever had a head injury or suspected concussion, you may have been warned to stay awake for several hours or to have someone wake you up every hour. This advice stemmed from the belief that ...

A concussion makes the brain move suddenly inside the skull after a head hit or a hard body blow. Symptoms can last days to months. Most symptoms start improving within 1 to 2 weeks of the injury, ...

A concussion is a traumatic brain injury (TBI) that is caused by a blow to the head or body that can lead to a range of symptoms, including persistent headache, dizziness, and problems with memory or ...