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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How To Support A Family Member With A Concussion

March 21, 2016

When a loved one experiences a concussion, sometimes the recovery process can be difficult. A supportive family can make recovery easier. Read More

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Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: concussion, family, support
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Concussion Safety and Hockey

March 9, 2016

Learn more about how hockey players can practice concussion safety. Read More

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Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: Coach Category 3, concussion, hockey, safety, signs, symptoms
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Concussion Safety for Skiers and Snowboarders

March 9, 2016

Learn how to prevent concussions during winter sports like skiing, snowboarding, and sled riding. Read More

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Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: concussion, infographic, safety, skiing, snowboarding
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Brush Up on Your Concussion Knowledge

September 30, 2015

A concussion is an injury that is caused by a direct or indirect hit to the body that causes neurochemical changes in the brain. Read More

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Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: Coach Category 1
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Signs of Trouble: Concussions

September 30, 2015

Learn more about the common signs of trouble if someone is experiencing concussion symptoms in this infographic from UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program. Read More

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Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: infographic, symptoms, trouble signs
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Do Parents Know the Truth About Concussions?

September 30, 2015

More than 80 percent of parents cannot identify concussion symptoms. Learn more in this infographic from the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program. Read More

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Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Concussion Game Plan

August 28, 2015

Learn more about the signs and symptoms of concussions and the importance of successfully assessing and managing the injury. Read More

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Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: brain, Coach Category 2, concussion, concussion symptoms, football, infographic, invisible injury, Loss of consciousness, skull, symptoms
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Concussion Facts & Statistics

July 14, 2015

Discover concussion facts and statistics in this infographic by the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program. Read More

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Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: athlete, concussion, concussion facts, football, head injury, infographic, statistics
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Soccer Concussion Injuries

May 27, 2015

Soccer is generally a safe sport, but injuries can still happen. Learn ways to minimize the risk and effects of concussions sustained in soccer. Read More

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Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: Coach Category 3, concussion, concussion evaluation, concussion treatment, head injury, soccer