Category Archives: Concussions

Phoenix High School player using reconditioned helmet dies

Posted on October 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The ongoing debate about the safety of football equipment continues to ramp up and now we have another unfortunate death to add to the list. As you can see from the summary, the description of the contact sustain by Ridge … finish reading Phoenix High School player using reconditioned helmet dies

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Capitals Laich thinks NHL concussion rules have gone too far

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

While concussions have taken on a high profile focus around the world of college and professional sports, Washington Capital player rep Brooks Laich believes that the league has gone too far in the rules  that have been implemented and used … finish reading Capitals Laich thinks NHL concussion rules have gone too far

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More former college players sue NCAA over concussions

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(AP)  Two more former college football players have sued the NCAA, saying it failed to protect them from concussions. The lawsuit was filed Wednesday in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and it seeks class-action status. The … finish reading More former college players sue NCAA over concussions

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Boogaard’s brain to be part of study

Posted on September 4, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The brain of deceased NHL enforcer Derek Boogaard will be studied by researchers at Boston University to determine whether he suffered from a degenerative brain condition caused by repeated hits to the head. Dr. Robert Cantu, a neurosurgeon and co-director … finish reading Boogaard’s brain to be part of study

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NHL enforcer Belak suffered from depression

Posted on September 3, 2011 by Roy Kessel

It is rarely a surprise when we find out that someone who committed suicide was suffering from depression.  But is always difficult for a parent to discuss those details and accept that they were helpless to assist with the disease. … finish reading NHL enforcer Belak suffered from depression

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Former ND coordinator charged with 3 felonies; was CTE involved?

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Former Irish defensive coordinator Corwin Brown was charged with 3 felonies after his standoff with police and the gun incidents which were involved.  He sustained self inflicted injuries and now there are apparently questions as to whether the incident arose … finish reading Former ND coordinator charged with 3 felonies; was CTE involved?

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Former NBA All-Star Alonzo Mourning sued

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Mauri Miller

To add insult to injury, Alonzo Mourning learned of a suit pending against him stemming from a recent traffic accident. According to his attorney, 21-year-old victim William Candelario suffered head injuries in the rollover crash. It is further alleged that Mourning … finish reading Former NBA All-Star Alonzo Mourning sued

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Will retirees be properly provided for in NFL CBA?

Posted on July 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

As the NFL CBA negotiations draw to a close, one interesting element that has not been receiving a lot of attention recently is how the claims of the retired players will be handled.  Last week the retirees sent a letter … finish reading Will retirees be properly provided for in NFL CBA?

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NHL addressing head shots with rule changes

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Roy Kessel

As concussions continue to receive more attention, all leagues are looking at ways to reduce the number of high impact collisions to players’ heads.  The NHL has taken a surprisingly aggressive approach to this issue.  The modified Rule 48 gained … finish reading NHL addressing head shots with rule changes

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NFL to fine teams with repeat offenses of violent hits

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(AP)  The NFL got back to football for a day. Not on the fields, of course, with the lockout in its 10th week. In the meeting rooms, where the league announced Tuesday it will punish teams next season if their … finish reading NFL to fine teams with repeat offenses of violent hits

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Boogaard death due to alcohol and oxycodone

Posted on May 21, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(AP)  The death of New York Rangers enforcer Derek Boogaard was an accident, due to a toxic mix of alcohol and the powerful painkiller oxycodone. The Hennepin County Medical Examiner announced Boogaard’s cause of death Friday, saying it was unclear … finish reading Boogaard death due to alcohol and oxycodone

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Rangers’ Boogaard cause of death unknown; was it from CTE? Fighting?

Posted on May 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

There has been a lot of speculation about the reasons for Derek Boogaard’s death.  Hard to imagine what happend and on the surface there is no obvious reason for the death.  According to this AP report below, the autopsy will … finish reading Rangers’ Boogaard cause of death unknown; was it from CTE? Fighting?

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Who bears liability for inferior helmets used by NFL players?

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

It seems that the helmets used by many NFL player have now been deemed as inferior.  According to an AP report, the study at Virginia Tech found that nearly 40% of NFL players last season wore a helmet model that got the … finish reading Who bears liability for inferior helmets used by NFL players?

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Concussion tests cheated by players; new testing procedures are needed

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Roy Kessel

When you look at the growing awareness of the problems of concussion issues, it is not surprising that more and more problems are coming to the forefront. One of the main problems coming to light is that many of the … finish reading Concussion tests cheated by players; new testing procedures are needed

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Study finds NHL players missing more time for concussions

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The results of the study itself are really not surprising.  As more and more people become aware of the significant dangers of concussions, especially multiple concussions, players are held out of action longer than they used to be–which is not … finish reading Study finds NHL players missing more time for concussions

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Did Torres hit on Seabrook merit suspension?

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Roy Kessel

According to the NHL, the answer is no.   But when you look at the vicious nature of the hit, it is difficult to understand how the NHL can review that hit to the head and suggest that such a hit … finish reading Did Torres hit on Seabrook merit suspension?

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NFL believes concussion treatment process improved

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Roy Kessel

A puzzling decision to let Eagles linebacker Stewart Bradley back into the season opener led to significant improvement in the detection and treatment of concussions during the rest of the 2010 season, a key NFL medical consultant said Monday. Dr. … finish reading NFL believes concussion treatment process improved

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Minnesota bill seeks to clamp down on concussions

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Concussions are under increasing scrutiny everywhere.  This is an interesting perspective with some good supporting details from the Minneapolis Star Tribune: Concussions left 15-year-old Kayla Meyer unable to play hockey — her favorite sport since age 3 — or sit … finish reading Minnesota bill seeks to clamp down on concussions

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Bradshaw talks concussions and memory loss

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Concussions ramped up again in focus the last few days as a flurry of activity is going on regarding legislation. Steelers legend Terry Bradshaw was the latest to join the group tell the AP that he’s feeling the effects of … finish reading Bradshaw talks concussions and memory loss

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New baseball bats cut down on college HRs; will it help for injuries?

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The technological advances in baseball bats have caused a lot of concern about the speed at which the ball leaps off the bat.   Numerous pitchers have been injured by line drives in youth, high school and college games.   The bats … finish reading New baseball bats cut down on college HRs; will it help for injuries?

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