Researchers Identify Head Impact Rates in Four Major High School Sports
Published on in CHOP News
Large study provides head impact sensor analysis across four sports and both genders, a first for basketball and field hockey.
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Fast-Tracking Novel Concussion Research
Published on in CHOP News
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
Published on in CHOP News
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
Published on in Health Tip of the Week
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
A new study from CHOP demonstrates that a device measuring how the pupil responds to light can show clear differences in concussions.
Read moreStudy Shows Vision and Balance Issues are Common in Elementary School-age Children with a Concussion
Published on in CHOP News
In a new study focused on concussions in children ages 5-11, CHOP researchers identify opportunities to improve outcomes for this age group through more consistent assessments at the initial health care visit.
CHOP Study Demonstrates How to Collect True Impact Incidents from Head Impact Sensors in Youth Sports
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Researchers observed male and female soccer players during competitive play and found that head impact sensor data requires video to review false positives.
1 in 6 Children with Concussion Experiences a Second Concussion within Two Years
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A higher number of concussion symptoms and long recoveries predict risk of another concussion, according to a new CHOP/CDC research study.
Are Eyes a Window to Diagnosing Acute Concussion in Youth?
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Researchers from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia focus on vision deficits as biomarkers of concussion.