Vikings center Ryan Kelly is hanging up the cleats for good. After battling through multiple concussions last season, Kelly, 32, has officially announced his retirement after playing a decade in the ...

The NFL is challenging innovators to improve the facemask on football helmets to reduce concussions in the game. The league announced on Friday at an innovation summit for the Super Bowl the next ...

The "blue medical tent" for initial injury and concussion evaluations is raised on an NFL sideline during the 2023 season. James D. Smith / AP This piece is part of The Athletic’s annual NFL anonymous ...

A simple checklist and better handouts helped clinicians transform how concussions are handled in primary care — boosting symptom tracking, family education, and follow-up care. The intervention, ...

Resting is crucial for recovery from a concussion. To help with healing, avoid activities that require a lot of concentration. If you experience a concussion, see a healthcare provider for evaluation.

More footage of Puka Nacua’s controversial live stream made the rounds Thursday, including a moment when the Rams’ star receiver offered a baffling take about concussions. In a 13-second clip ...

Concussions have become a hot-button topic in the NFL world over the last decade-plus, with hits to the head—and both their short- and long-term effects—having been proven to have a significant impact ...

Athletes experiencing a concussion during a sports event are evaluated for return to play through clinical evaluation, without the need for imaging studies. We typically don't know with a high level ...

Doctors may prescribe off-label medications such as amitriptyline, topiramate, or ondansetron to help treat concussion symptoms like headaches, sleep problems, and nausea. A concussion is a mild ...

Dr. Josh Purses has treated youth sports concussions for years. His top piece of advice? Play it safe. “The No. 1 thing is to not return to play,” Purses said in a phone call with The News Tribune on ...

Tua Tagovailoa is unfortunately no stranger to head injuries. The Miami Dolphins quarterback has suffered more than his fair share of concussions during his career – something no football player wants ...