CHOP Research Examines the History of Head Injuries in Classic Nursery Rhymes
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From Humpty Dumpty to Jack and Jill, many classic fictional characters sustain their fair share of serious head injuries.
Minds Matter Concussion Program News and Updates
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Concussion and Mental Health: The Mind-Body Connection
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Anxiety and depression are linked to persistent symptoms after concussion in youth. Get tips to help kids and teens during their recovery.
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Features Innovative Concussion Research at the UAE’s Ministry of Health and Prevention’s Arab Health 2021 Conference
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As part of a longstanding partnership with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP), CHOP showcased innovative diagnostic tools to assess head trauma in real time as an athlete is competing and experiencing injury in the MOHAP booth at the annual Arab Health Exhibition and Congress.
Visio-vestibular Examination is a Critical Component of Diagnosing Concussion in Young Athletes, Feasible Across Multiple Care Settings
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CHOP researchers recommend specific updates to clinical examinations to improve initial concussion diagnosis across multiple settings.
Researchers Identify Head Impact Rates in Four Major High School Sports
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Large study provides head impact sensor analysis across four sports and both genders, a first for basketball and field hockey.
Fast-Tracking Novel Concussion Research
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Read more about advancements in concussion diagnosis, active rehabilitation strategies, and how Frontier support will drive future discoveries.
No Overall Difference in Concussion Recovery Time Seen for Male and Female Collegiate Athletes
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Subtle differences in recovery times were seen in certain subgroups, but unexpected findings could indicate a path forward with more equitable allocation of health resources.
How to Navigate Your Child’s Concussion Recovery
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Follow these steps and actively engage your child’s physician and school to guide a full recovery after concussion.
Nearly Half of Young Drivers Are Resuming Driving Just Weeks After Sustaining a Concussion
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Adolescent drivers were more likely to get behind the wheel post-concussion than return to exercise or organized sports, suggesting the need for evidence-based guidelines
Hand-held Device Could Someday Provide Fast, Objective Method to Diagnose Concussions in Youth Athletes
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A new study from CHOP demonstrates that a device measuring how the pupil responds to light can show clear differences in concussions.