Each year, there are an estimated 1.7 to 3.8 million traumatic brain injuries in the United States, and more than 20 percent arise due to
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Getting Your Head Back in The Game – Effective Recovery Strategies For Treating a Concussion
A concussion is a brain injury caused by a blow to the head or a jolt to the body. Concussions can range from mild to
Dr. Elizabeth Pieroth Talks Concussions For TEDxChicago
Elizabeth M. Pieroth, PsyD, ABPP, MPH, Director of the Concussion Program at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, recently presented a TEDx talk on the topic of concussions. Dr.
5 Common Dental Injuries in Sports and how to Prevent Them
Sports injuries occur every day. Some people view sports injuries as a rite of passage. While some injuries heal in a matter of days, others
Sports Medicine: A Guide to Facial and Dental Injuries
Even though the fair play is one of the essential principles in sports, some uncomfortable situations tend to happen. We are talking about sports injuries.
Regular Exercise Can Help People Suffering From Adult ADHD
As much as 4.4% of the adult population in the United States has undiagnosed ADHD. As an adult, the symptoms of ADHD can be tough
Here Are 7 Proven Ways to Keep Your Mind Sharp As You Age
Contrary to belief, cognitive decline is not inescapable as you age. Just as exercise improves your physical fitness, there are proven ways to strengthen your
Ep. 34: Can Alzheimer’s Disease Be Prevented?
In this episode, we are joined by Karen Malkin, NBC-HWC, to talk about strategies to support brain health. Karen is a board-certified health coach and
How Walking Can Build Up the Brain
Older men and women who walked for six months showed improvements in white matter and memory, while those who danced or did stretching exercises did
