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The Concussion Culprit in Contact Sports

Science Writers Calgary April 29, 2019

Growing research has established a strong relationship between cognitive deficits and contact-induced brain injuries. Studies show a 30% reduction of participation in youth football due to the fear of head related injuries1. These injuries stem from various trauma, yet the latest evidence is directly focused on violent impact sports including football, hockey, and boxing. The increased awareness and research of these injuries has created polar opposing views of the topic. This battle between neuroscientists and major corporations (i.e. NFL) has induced much confusion to the general public. As such, the created dispute has the validity of the science and the integrity of the leagues put into question.

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Tags CTE, shane, nicholls, encephalopathy, traumatic, brain, injury, sports
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