Ontario-grown research indicates that young players returning to play may be at risk despite post-concussion medical clearance. Researchers at Western University revealed their results of a study involving young hockey...
Concussion: Protecting Yourself From Workplace Injuries
The Public Health Agency of Canada predicts that by 2031, the incidence of hospitalization for concussion-related reasons will increase. The agency estimates that numbers will rise by 28 percent in comparison to 2011. With workplace accidents on the rise, how can workers protect themselves?
World's Most Accurate Concussion Test Made in Canada
With a 90% success rate, doctors may soon have at their disposal the world's most accurate technology for diagnosing concussions. Researchers at the University of Western Ontario in London developed this simple blood test. The new tool may be a breakthrough in helping concussed individuals worldwide to gain earlier detection and a better chance at recovery.
Recognize The Signs Of Concussion During Summertime Play
With back to school just around the corner, children are playing it up during these last days of summer - in backyards, parks, playgrounds and just about anywhere else...
Children and Concussion
Concussion among children and adults are an all too common occurrence involving residents of the Greater Toronto Area. ...
The New Concussion Discussion: Blood Biomarkers
Researchers are constantly looking to improve how concussions are diagnosed and treated. Recently, a team of researchers from Brown University revealed they have found a promising new way to diagnose a concussion - by studying biomarkers in the blood.
New Concussion Testing for Children
Exciting news out of McGill University - researchers have developed a new test for concussion diagnosis in children. Recently, researchers from the Montreal Neurological Institute & Hospital have established that they have found a superior way to diagnosis concussions - a new procedure!
Diagnosing An Invisible Injury: Concussion
When it comes to concussion - an invisible injury - and what constitutes the best treatment for a brain injury, the first step is actually diagnosing the severity of the...
NHL News: Concussion Spotters at Each Game
According to reports the NHL has implemented a new strategy: concussion spotters at each game for the upcoming season. With sport related head injury concerns at an all time...
