Concussion Information and Articles

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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

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: Coach Category 3, concussion, concussion evaluation, concussion treatment, head injury, soccer
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Mike McDade, Professional Motocross Athlete, Tours UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program

April 30, 2015

Take a tour of the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program with Mike McDade, a professional motocross athlete, and learn more about concussion evaluation. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: baseline testing, concussion, concussion symptoms, motocross, vestibular ocular motor screening
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Helmets: Preventing Sports Injuries

March 27, 2015

Learn more about helmets and their role in preventing sports injuries in this infographic from UPMC Sports Medicine. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: baseball, concussion, football, helmet, hockey, nascar, racing, sports
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Athletic Trainers and Their Role in the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program

March 2, 2015

Learn about athletic trainers and their role at the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program from our experts. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: athletic trainer, baseline testing, Coach Category 2, concussion, ImPact Baseline Testing
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Sports and Concussions

October 7, 2014

Learn more about sports concussions and how to properly deal with an athlete who may have sustained a concussion. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: athlete, Coach Category 2, concussion, managing concussion, self-reporting, signs, silent injury, symptoms

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Soccer Concussion Injuries

Mike McDade, Professional Motocross Athlete, Tours UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program

Helmets: Preventing Sports Injuries

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