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"Concussions are called invisible injuries for a reason." On the latest episode of HEADCHECK Health Talks, we’re joined by Matt Campbell, concussion expert and owner of.@mwconcussion Listen now 🔊 na3.hubs.ly/y0nSLS0 Visit na3.hubs.ly/y0nSHp0 to learn more.

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Most head contact in youth hockey doesn’t come from penalties. A new video-based study found ~68% of head contact events occurred during legal play in bodychecking games. Improving safety may require looking beyond rule enforcement to gameplay dynamics and technique.

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As Dr. James Stavitz of Kean University emphasizes, effective concussion care goes far beyond the field. It requires timely referrals, clearly enforced return-to-play protocols, open communication, and shared accountability.

Without adapted tools, Para athletes risk inequitable care despite facing similar concussion risks. This is a major step toward more inclusive, evidence-based concussion care! Source: bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/…

New advancements in concussion care! 🧠 A global team of clinicians, researchers, and Para athletes has been working to launch the Para SCAT6-WC — an adapted concussion assessment tool for wheelchair-using athletes.

🧠 Concussions can be scary and confusing. Have you ever had one? What symptoms surprised you the most? How long did it take you to recover? Drop your experience below if you’re open to sharing! 👇

Brain imaging findings also suggest biological differences in how injuries affect male vs. female brains. Researchers highlight the need for more personalized, sex-specific approaches to concussion care and recovery. Read the full review: mdpi.com/3668130

Do men and women recover differently from concussions? 🤔 A review (Arachchi, Shanika et al, 2026) analyzing 41 studies found consistent evidence that women often report stronger symptoms and longer recovery times after mild traumatic brain injury than their male counterparts.

In our latest blog post, Dr. Jennifer Hunnicutt dives into the research and explains why improving reporting systems and team culture may be the key to protecting player health. Read now ➡️ headcheckhealth.com/rugby-concussi…

🏉 As rugby continues to grow globally, concussion reporting remains a critical challenge. New research highlights alarming rates of unrecognized and unreported concussions, particularly in community rugby where medical support is often limited.

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We recently welcomed Kiara Jefferies, President of the North Bay & District Girls Hockey Association, to our podcast, where she shared insights from her role as a minor hockey president and explained how implementing HEADCHECK has been a game-changer for her organization.

Stay proactive, spot changes early, and keep athletes on track, wherever they are! Learn more: headcheckhealth.com/remote-monitor…

With HEADCHECK, Test Reminders keep athlete recovery organized with automated email or text notifications. Send updates instantly or schedule long-term monitoring, all with real-time symptom reporting and a clear visual of progress through the new Symptom Severity Scores chart.

Good news from the slopes! 🎿🏂 Even as skiing and snowboarding continue to grow in popularity, injury rates have dropped by more than 50 percent over the past decade. Source: na3.hubs.ly/y0jtKT0

The HEADCHECK team is wishing all athletes a safe, healthy, and successful Olympic Games. We’re cheering you on every step of the way! 🥇🥈🥉

🎙️NEW PODCAST EPISODE🎙️On the latest episode of HEADCHECK Health Talks, we’re joined by Kiara Jefferies, President of the North Bay & District Girls Hockey Association. Listen now ➡️ na3.hubs.ly/y0hrdy0

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Concussions don’t just affect the body—they can take a serious toll on an athlete’s mental health. Psychotherapist and former OHL player Ben Fanelli joined our podcast to unpack the hidden emotional impact of injuries and how they can challenge an athlete’s sense of identity.