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Athletes who suffer a concussion can show signs of reduced cerebral blood flow

RSNA: Reduced Blood Flow in Brain Persists Post Concussion

But preliminary study doesn't determine whether that is cause for concern
A simple blood test may one day be able to detect concussions in children

Blood Test Has Potential for Detecting Concussion in Children

Could help reduce number of CT scans and associated radiation exposure
The rate of concussions associated with isolated mandible fractures is high

High Rate of Concussion Linked to Isolated Mandible Fractures

Mechanism of injury assault in 12 of 16 patients; half of patients admit alcohol use
Among female high school field hockey players

Mandatory Eyewear Cuts Injuries in Girls’ Field Hockey

National mandate for protective eyewear linked to reduced injuries in girls' high school field hockey
While many experts have called for a ban on "heading" the ball in youth soccer because they believe it is a leading cause of concussions

Body Contact of Players Blamed for Most Soccer Concussions

Limiting aggressive contact would be more effective than just banning 'heading' of ball, researcher says
Data on more than 20

Concussion in Football Often Occurs During Practice

Limiting player-to-player contact may reduce risk of head trauma, researchers suggest
New research from Taiwan uncovers more evidence that women may have a more difficult time recovering their memory after concussions. The study appears online April 28 in Radiology.

Worse Working Memory in Women Versus Men Post Mild TBI

MRI study suggests working memory doesn't bounce back as quickly as it does in men
Eye tracking may help quantify the severity of disconjugate eye movements associated with concussion and brain injury

Eye Tracking Could Quantify Symptoms of Brain Injury

Could serve as measure of severity of concussion-related ocular motility disruption