Latest Head injury Stories

Bike Helmet Use Increases With Inpatient Brain Injury Education

2012-11-09 10:54:11

A 30-minute brain injury education program taught in the hospital may increase children's use of bicycle helmets, Georgia Health Sciences University researchers report. The researchers provided bicycle helmet safety and brain injury prevention information to 120 patients age 5 to 18 at Georgia Health Sciences Children's Medical Center and found that helmet usage increased by 72.5 percent within the first month following the program – from only 11 children reporting wearing a bicycle...

Michael V. Kaplen and Shana De Caro, Experienced Brain Injury Lawyers, Issue Warning about Traumatic Brain Injury to Parents of Young Children

2012-10-11 04:00:33

The New York brain injury lawyers at De Caro & Kaplen, LLP, have published important information about concussions and traumatic brain injury in younger children. Pleasantville, NY (PRWEB) October 10, 2012 The lawyers at the head injury New York law firm De Caro & Kaplen, LLP, are currently publicizing valuable information about the causes and symptoms of traumatic brain injury in young children. With the start of the school season and the return to football, soccer, and other...

Bumps to the Head Minor Cause for Concern to Parents

2012-10-09 11:24:50

American Osteopathic Association Survey Shows That Only Half of Respondents Who Thought They or Their Kids Had a Concussion Sought Out Medical Treatment SAN DIEGO, Oct. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Evidence of the long-term effects of head injuries to athletes has prompted the NFL to partner with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to educate the public of the dangers of concussions through the Heads Up: Concussion in Youth Sports campaign. However, the...

Human Motion Institute Adds Concussion Evaluation System

2012-10-09 04:02:52

Raritan Bay Medical Center’s Human Motion Institute is Now a Registered Provider of ImPACT. In fact, a 20-minute baseline ImPACT test was administered to Perth Amboy High School student athletes on the football, soccer and cheerleading teams during the summer; to be followed by next season’s basketball and wrestling teams. Perth Amboy, NJ (PRWEB) October 08, 2012 Over the past year injuries to professional sports stars like the NHL’s Sidney Crosby, NFL’s Colt McCoy and the...

The Brain Injury Attorneys at De Caro & Kaplen, LLP, Reach Out to the Public with Important Information about Traumatic Brain Injury

2012-10-04 23:00:58

New York brain injury lawyers De Caro & Kaplen, LLP, are reaching out to educate individuals about the essential signs and symptoms of a traumatic brain injury, and are also providing current brain injury statistics. Pleasantville, NY (PRWEB) October 03, 2012 The brain injury law firm of De Caro & Kaplen, LLP is currently educating the public about the signs and symptoms of traumatic brain injury. Considered to be a national health epidemic, the serious health issue is known for...

Bike Helmets Protect Against Skull Injury

Bicycle Helmets Lower The Force Of Head Impact During Accidents

2012-10-03 07:59:40

Connie K. Ho for redOrbit.com – Your Universe Online 70 percent of children between the ages of 5 and 14 ride bicycles. Even though it’s a popular pastime, it can also be dangerous. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that head injury is the leading cause of death and disability related to bicycle accidents. In a new study, researchers affirmed that bicycle helmets were effective for children who were included in a set of impact and crush tests. Even...

UCF Pegasus Health Physician Warns that Immediate Action Be Taken During First Signs of Concussion

2012-09-30 23:03:58

Chances of concussions for contact sports athletes high as 19 percent per season Orlando, FL (PRWEB) September 30, 2012 As the new school year kicks off and the weather begins to cool, students and weekend warriors alike will be spending more time playing outdoor sports. However, with all of the benefits of physical activities comes the increased risk of concussion in sports, especially when it comes to contact sports. “Each year, approximately 300,000 people in the United States...

Study Links Single Occurrence of Traumatic Brain Injury to Alzheimer’s

2012-09-21 23:00:18

There have recently been some major strides made in understanding what predisposes individuals to developing Alzheimer’s and the findings suggest that head trauma may be one link. The Journal of Neuroscience recently published a study that linked a single occurrence of traumatic brain injury with significantly raising an individual’s chance of having Alzheimer’s. The Pennsylvania personal injury attorneys at Console & Hollawell believe these findings will greatly benefit those...

HeadFirst Sports Injury and Concussion Care Center Hosts Renowned Brain Injury Expert

2012-09-21 10:23:48

ANNAPOLIS, Md., Sept. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Gerry Gioia, Ph.D., Director of Neuropsychology at Children's National Medical Center and known worldwide for his work on pediatric head injuries, today toured HeadFirst's Annapolis Sports Injury and Concussion Care Center. After collaborative meetings with the HeadFirst team, Dr. Gioia lectured to over 60 pediatricians and family practitioners on the importance of the proper evaluation and management of young athletes...

Keep Kids Safe: Recognize Concussion Signs in Young Athletes

2012-09-12 10:23:50

CHICAGO, Sept. 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Fall sports are gearing up, and kids and teens across the country are suiting up for football, soccer and other activities. This season, parents and coaches can help keep young athletes safe by recognizing the signs of a concussion and understanding what to do for a concussion, say experts featured in a new video on BeSmartBeWell.com. To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please visit:...