Typically, 85% to 90% of adults will get better after a concussion in 10 to 14 days, if they don't push too much and know how to limit overstimulation. For children, that recovery time can be closer ...

(USA TODAY) -- Letting a young person rest his or her brain after a concussion - limiting reading, online activities, even homework - can result in quicker recovery, a new study says. Although ...

Nearly half of adolescents and young adults with lingering symptoms of concussion suffer from eye coordination disorders that ...

TUESDAY, March 11, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Sleep is a critical component for concussion recovery among kids, a new study reports. Limiting naps during the day and getting about seven hours of sleep ...

Doctors prescribe off-label medications to treat the symptoms of concussion. This can include acetaminophen, sertraline, NSAIDs, and triptans. Melatonin supplements might also be an option.

A concussion is more than just a bump to the head; it involves complex physiological changes in the brain. At its core, a concussion triggers: An inflammatory response: The brain is much more than a ...

Pediatric concussions are a growing concern, particularly among youth engaged in sports and other high-risk activities. While much research has focused on cognitive rest and physical recovery, recent ...

Sleep is a critical component for concussion recovery among kids, a new study reports. Limiting naps during the day and getting about seven hours of sleep each night in the first week after a ...

Clinicians who work with elite college athletes and military cadets should be aware of the association between higher body mass index (BMI) and worse concussion recovery, suggests new University of ...

Fields completed 72.7 percent of his throws for 218 yards and three total touchdowns without committing a turnover during the ...