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Maddocks Questions in Practice: Maximizing Memory Recall Assessment for ATs
In the high-stakes moments following a suspected concussion, every second matters. Athletic trainers must make quick yet informed decisions,...

Concussion from Soccer Ball: Recognizing and Responding to Soccer Ball Impacts
Concussions in soccer have gained increasing attention as medical evidence continues to expose the underestimated risks associated with...

Concussion Rehab Exercises: Tools to Support Recovery and Safe Return to Play
Concussions are more than just a bump on the head—they are functional brain injuries that affect cognition, balance, vision, and autonomic...

Worst Foods for Concussion: Nutrition Mistakes That Could Make Symptoms Worse
When managing concussion recovery, diet often takes a back seat to more visible or immediate treatment protocols. But the foods athletes...

Holistic Concussion Treatment: A Comprehensive Approach for Athletic Trainers
Most athletes recover from concussions within a typical timeframe, but a substantial subset experience prolonged symptoms that interfere with...

Why Is Fatigue So Common After a Concussion?
Fatigue After a Concussion: What Causes It and Ways to Cope Fatigue isn’t just “feeling tired”—it’s a deep, often overwhelming exhaustion that...

Quick Concussion Questions: What Athletic Trainers Should Ask Right Away
Concussions remain one of the most misunderstood yet prevalent injuries in sports medicine. For athletic trainers working on the front lines—on...

Symptoms to Watch After a Backward Fall: Could It Be a Concussion?
A sudden backward fall can be more than just a jolt to the spine—it can also be a red flag for potential head trauma. Whether it occurs on the...

Loss of Appetite After Concussion: Why It Happens and What to Do
Concussions disrupt more than just cognition—they can fundamentally alter how the body processes energy, leading to appetite suppression, poor...

BESS Test Interpretation for ATs: Unlocking Balance Deficits in Concussion Evaluation
Accurate balance assessment is a cornerstone of effective concussion management. For athletic trainers on the front lines of injury care,...