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How Concussions Affect Academics — Part One

October 9, 2014

With fall sports in full swing, sports-related concussions, and the impact on school, continue to be a concern for student athletes, coaches, and parents.Read More

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Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Pediatrics, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: concussion, concussion myths, Jonathan French PsyD, school, sports medicine, student
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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

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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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Tip Sheet: Concussion Signs and Symptoms Evaluation

August 3, 2014

Each year, nearly 3 million sports and recreation-related concussions occur. Review this on-field evaluation sheet and learn about the signs and symptoms.Learn More

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: coach, concussion, concussion myths, head injury, injury, Jonathan French PsyD, orientation, sports
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The Importance of Sports Physicals

May 10, 2014

Learn about the importance of sports physicals (PPE), the components of an exam, and how they maintain your child's safety through their love of the game.Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: abdominal mass, cardiovascular history, concussion, elbow dislocation, femur fracture, fever, general exam, heart conditions, injury, injury history, irregular heart beat, knee instability, medical history, PPE, sports physical, vitals signs
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Concussions: Academic Accommodations for Students

April 30, 2014

Concussions are brain injuries that require the body to rest to heal properly. Learn more about concussions, and academic accommodations for students.Read More

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Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: concussion, concussion myths, headaches, injury, Jonathan French PsyD, sports medicine, UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program
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Concussion Myths – Part 2

March 7, 2014

Millions of concussions happen every year. Learn more about popular concussion myths, and the actual facts to prevent further damage in the future.Learn More

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: concussion, concussion management, headache, neurocognitive testing, sports medicine, UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program
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PA Safety in Youth Sports Act

December 21, 2013

Learn about the Safety in Youth Sports Act, a bill passed by the PA General Assembly to protect student athletes who may sustain concussions or other injuries.Read More

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Categorized as: Pediatrics, Safety, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: concussion, head injuries, Pennsylvania General Assembly, Safety in Youth Sports Act, student athlete, youth sports