How the football world is trying to tackle the problem of concussions
In an effort to reduce concussions among players, the NFL is teaming up with helmet manufacturers to create safer equipment.
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Study questions guardian caps' effectiveness in preventing concussions in football
A new study shows that sports equipment meant to keep athletes safe on the field could be less effective than previously ...
Former Wake Forest football stars say their helmet cover significantly reduces concussions
Dr. Miles said the Wake Forest football team gave its players the option to wear either a Guardian Cap or one of the SAFR ...
A CHOP researcher and the NFL studied 5,100 player collisions. Here’s what they found.
For four seasons, 98 NFL players volunteered mouth guard sensors that recorded data about their head movements. Their ...
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Study: Guardian Caps Did Not Reduce Concussion Rates in HS Football Players
A new study from the University of Wisconsin of 2,610 Wisconsin high school football players found that wearing soft-shell ...
Efforts continue to make football safer for players
For those who were injured on the field, it’s a time to recover and efforts remain ongoing to keep players safe now and well ...
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Despite increased attention, brain injuries persist in youth football
Not long after Mark and Lindsey Stinson's oldest son began playing football, he suffered a concussion. Xavier, now a tight ...
UW Health study shows puffy “guardian cap” helmets don’t reduce concussions in high school players
MADISON, Wis. (WSAW) - A study of 2,610 Wisconsin high school football players found that wearing soft-shell helmet covers, ...
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Brain Injury News
Concussions Slow Brain Activity of High School Football Players Nov. 27, 2024 — A new study of high school football players found that concussions affect an often-overlooked but important brain ...