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Quiz: Academic Accommodations for Concussed Students
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?
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
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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A Look Inside the Brain: Energy Crisis During Concussion
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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Concussion: The Basics
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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Debunking the Myths about Sleep and Concussion
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
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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Debunking the Top Concussion Myths
Every new season of contact sports brings with it the risk of concussion. Find out the top concussion myths and the facts that debunk them.Read More
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Common Wrestling Injuries and How to Prevent Them
A recent report published by the CDC revealed that injuries from men's college wrestling actually outnumber those from football. Learn more from the experts at UPMC.Read More
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Sidelined By Concussion: Rethinking The Restful Approach To Recovery
While rest and refraining from activities may be part of the equation, we know that the best form of recovery is active treatment.Read More
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