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Traumatic brain injury linked to dementia onset in seniors

Written by Bruce Sylvester | 11 Oct 2025

Researchers report that traumatic brain injuries (TBI) in older adults are associated with new cases of dementia, use of home care services, and admission to long-term care. The… read more.

Over-the-counter pain relievers linked to improved recovery from concussion

Written by Charlie King | 12 Mar 2025

People who take over-the-counter pain relievers after a concussion may recover faster than those who do not take pain relievers, according to a preliminary study released today, March… read more.

Cognitive test is poor predictor of athletes’ concussion

Written by Charlie King | 17 Jun 2024

When college athletes are evaluated for a possible concussion, the diagnosis is based on an athletic trainer or team physician’s assessment of three things: the player’s symptoms, physical… read more.

New rule for emergency departments to safely reduce use of CTs after falls in older patients

Written by Charlie King | 6 Dec 2023

How do emergency department staff determine whether older adults who have fallen need imaging? A new decision rule will help emergency department physicians determine which older adults need… read more.

Can sound stimulation lessen long-term concussion symptoms?

Written by Charlie King | 26 Nov 2023

New research indicates that acoustic stimulation of the brain may ease persistent symptoms in individuals who experienced mild traumatic brain injury in the past. The study, which is… read more.

Almost half of people with concussion still show symptoms of brain injury six months later

Written by Charlie King | 27 Apr 2023

Even mild concussion can cause long-lasting effects to the brain, according to researchers at the University of Cambridge. Using data from a Europe-wide study, the team has shown… read more.

Updated guidelines on cognitive rehabilitation after traumatic brain injury

Written by Charlie King | 5 Jan 2023

The INCOG 2.0 guidelines for cognitive rehabilitation reflect the “rapid pivot to telehealth-assisted rehabilitation” in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and new tools to aid in translating… read more.