More than 300,000 children under age 5 visit emergency rooms annually in the United States for concussions, with new research ...

A concussion is more than just a bump to the head; it involves complex physiological changes in the brain. At its core, a concussion triggers: ・An inflammatory response: The brain is much more than a ...

(USA TODAY) -- Letting a young person rest his or her brain after a concussion - limiting reading, online activities, even homework - can result in quicker recovery, a new study says. Although ...

People who take over-the-counter pain relievers after a concussion may recover faster than those who do not take pain relievers, according to a preliminary study released today, March 5, 2025, that ...

Sleep is a critical component for concussion recovery among kids, a new study reports. Limiting naps during the day and getting about seven hours of sleep each night in the first week after a ...

Pediatric concussions are a growing concern, particularly among youth engaged in sports and other high-risk activities. While much research has focused on cognitive rest and physical recovery, recent ...

Evangeline Lilly, who has been navigating a traumatic brain injury following a concussion, opened up about her recovery ...

Researchers at Nationwide Children's Hospital have found that when it comes to concussion recovery, sleep matters. In a study published today in British Journal of Sports Medicine, researchers found ...

Restoring optimal functioning after pediatric concussion may take longer than conventionally thought — at least 3 months, especially for girls — when several outcome domains are part of the assessment ...

A history of concussion is linked to a significantly higher risk of long-term disability after an MVA, underscoring the need ...