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14. An in-depth analysis of concussion outcomes in sports.


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In today's episode: Three papers address this pressing issue from diverse vantage points, delving into the implications of repetitive concussions, examining cognitive functions in retired rugby players, and identifying predictors of clinical recovery.

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  • References:

    1. McAllister T, McCrea M. Long-term cognitive and neuropsychiatric consequences of repetitive concussion and head-impact exposure. Journal of athletic training. 2017 Mar 1;52(3):309-17.

    Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5384827/

    2. Gallo V, McElvenny DM, Seghezzo G, Kemp S, Williamson E, Lu K, Mian S, James L, Hobbs C, Davoren D, Arden N. Concussion and long‐term cognitive function among rugby players—The BRAIN Study. Alzheimer's & Dementia. 2022 Jun;18(6):1164-76.

    Link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34668650/

    3. Iverson GL, Gardner AJ, Terry DP, Ponsford JL, Sills AK, Broshek DK, Solomon GS. Predictors of clinical recovery from concussion: a systematic review. British journal of sports medicine. 2017 Jun 1;51(12):941-8.

    Link: https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/51/12/941

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