Keyword: Concussion
Concussion - also known as a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), it is often defined as a head injury that temporarily affects brain functioning, however some effects and symptoms can last a very long time. Common causes include falls, accidents and sports injuries and repeated concussions are considered a risk factor in other brain conditions in later life (such as Parkinson’s disease or depression).
Summaries tagged with 'concussion': about 2 results
Evaluating cognitive impairment, and imaging and blood biomarkers in a pre-clinical model of concussion
http://brainscan.uwo.ca/research/project_summaries/ARBR0417-P.html
Project Summary - Concussion is a growing healthcare problem. Visits to emergency rooms and healthcare offices in Ontario related to concussions have quadrupled in the last 10...
Persistent post-concussion brain changes in adolescent hockey players
http://brainscan.uwo.ca/research/research_summaries/KAMA0518-R.html
Research Summary - Concussion has received increasing focus in recent years, especially with respect to athletes and contact sports participation. Study of the impact on certain...
