Concussion Information and Articles

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Quiz: Academic Accommodations for Concussed Students

February 12, 2021

Take our UPMC quiz to test your knowledge on academic accommodations for students with concussions and learn more. Start Quiz

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Quiz: How Well Do You Know Concussion Terminology?

February 5, 2021

Concussion is a brain injury that causes a temporary loss of normal function. Think you know key concussion terms? Test your knowledge here. Start Quiz

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A Look Inside the Brain: Energy Crisis During Concussion

February 5, 2021

What happens inside the brain during a concussive injury? Find out how an energy crisis is created inside brain cells during concussion. Read More

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Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Concussions?

January 29, 2021

Between 1.7 and 3 million sports- and recreation-related concussions happen each year. Test your knowledge about concussions with this quiz. Start Quiz

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Does Protective Gear Prevent Concussions?

December 29, 2020

Does protective gear prevent concussions or just give players a false sense of safety? A concussion expert weighs in on helmets, mouthguards and headbands. Read More

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Concussion: The Basics

December 28, 2020

A concussion is a mild form of a traumatic brain injury. Learn about the symptoms, treatment, and effects of concussion. Read More

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Complex Concussions: Diagnosing and Treating Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Concussion

December 22, 2020

The symptoms of concussion and PTSD may overlap. It's important to see a medical professional who can separate the symptoms to successfully treat both issues. Read More

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Debunking the Myths about Sleep and Concussion

December 18, 2020

Conventional wisdom says you shouldn't go to sleep if you have a concussion, but doctors say that is untrue and that sleep is an important part of recovery. Read More

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Vision Issues from Concussion: What You Should Know About Ocular Symptoms

December 15, 2020

Concussions can affect the ocular—or visual—system can create issues with the eyes' ability to work together. Learn more about ocular symptoms from concussion. Read More

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