Concussion

Since 2000, our concussion experts have been creating active, individualized treatment plans for people of all ages and activity levels who have suffered a concussion. Learn more about the six types of concussion, prevention methods, common myths, symptoms, diagnosis, management and treatment options, and more – including why patients travel across the nation and world to the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program.

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Concussion Recovery FAQs

February 3, 2023

No matter your age, and whether you're an athlete or not, you can experience a concussion. But no two concussions are alike. Every concussion and every recovery is specific to that person. Read More

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Understanding Post-Concussion Syndrome

January 27, 2023

Learn about the clinical meaning of post-concussion syndrome, and why experts at the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program do not focus on the term in their evaluation and treatment of concussions. Read More

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What Is Concussion Baseline and Post-Injury Testing?

May 31, 2022

Baseline testing measures your brain function in a normal, healthy state — before a concussion. Learn more. Read More

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Brad’s Story: Pursuing College After a Serious Concussion

April 18, 2022

To learn more or schedule an appointment with the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program, visit our website or call 412-432-3681. Read More

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Kevin’s Story: Tennessee Man Finds Hope for Concussion Recovery in Pittsburgh

March 17, 2022

While enjoying a night out with his soon-to-be wife in October 2019, Kevin Stone, 39, of Georgetown, Tennessee, took a bad fall that left him with a broken ankle and a concussion. Read More

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Zack’s Story: Canadian College Student Finds Concussion Relief

July 30, 2021

Ottawa native Zack had just begun his first semester of college in 2016 when he sustained his first serious concussion. Read More

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John’s Story: Concussion Care From the Comfort of Home

July 9, 2021

John was enjoying a horseback ride on a ranch just north of Dallas, Texas, in November 2020 when, suddenly, his horse took a tumble. Read More

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Amelia’s Story: Traveling from Australia to Pittsburgh for Concussion Treatment

February 26, 2021

When a concussion made life miserable, Amelia traveled to Pittsburgh from Australia to visit the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program. Read More

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Quiz: Do You Know the Types of Concussion?

February 17, 2021

Researchers at the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program have identified six different types of concussions. Get the facts. Start Quiz

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