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In a recent study titled Intersection of Race and Socioeconomic Status on Concussion Recovery among NCAA Student-Athletes: A CARE Consortium Study, from 2014 to 2020, researchers from the Michigan Concussion Center and Concussion Assessment, Research, and Education (CARE) Consortium investigated…

Earlier this year, Michigan Medicine’s Office of Patient Experience recognized the NeuroSport clinic for their outstanding commitment to patient care. The NeuroSport team earned the distinction as one of the top two performing sites based on the results from Michigan…

In a collaboration aimed at protecting the well-being of high school athletes, the University of Michigan Concussion Center partnered with the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) five years ago to bring comprehensive concussion training and information to coaches and…

Concussion/mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) is a prevalent concern, especially in specific populations such as collegiate female athletes and military service academy cadets. Despite the recognition of concussions in these groups, the female-specific aspects and recovery outcomes have been underrepresented.…

With concussions occurring in around four million people every year, it’s no surprise that the types of symptoms experienced vary from patient to patient. Given that a significant portion of the brain’s connections is associated with eye control and vision,…

The Concussion Center has offered baseline testing in collaboration with Michigan Athletics since 2018. This year, we continue our endeavor to gain valuable data and reinforce our commitment to student-athletes on campus and our research community. By conducting these tests,…

“There was no question. The minute I got the acceptance here, I knew I was coming to Ann Arbor”. Those were the words of Sabrina Vega back in August 2021 when she started her master’s program in molecular and integrative…

Dr. Abigail Bretzin and Ms. Michaela Broadnax represented the U-M Concussion Center at the Detroit Public School Community District’s (DPSCD) Athletic Symposium in [month]. This event saw the participation of approximately 180 coaches from the district, who gathered to deepen…

With nearly 4 million concussions each year, it’s crucial to maintain our focus on acknowledging, supporting, and raising awareness about mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI). Beyond symptom recognition, it’s equally important to highlight the numerous options for individuals and families seeking…

A landmark development in concussion management, the most recent iteration of the Sport Concussion Assessment Tool, known as SCAT6, has been published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. The SCAT6 is a thoroughly researched, standardized, and evidence-based tool used…