Axon Cogstate 1
The Axon Sports Computerized Cognitive Assessment Tool is a neurocognitive test performed on a computer which takes most people between 8 and 10 minutes. The test measures multiple cognitive [...]
Gender Differences
Contact sports such as football and hockey are more commonly associated with concussive symptoms than sports where impact is transmitted to the head following contact with the ground. Children [...]
Concussion Epidemiology
Whilst it is helpful to suspect concussion in sports where it is common, it is also important to have a high index of suspicion coupled with sound clinical judgement whenever […]
The Physics
Basic science helps us to understand concussion as an ‘energy disease’. Transfer of energy to the brain either by a direct blow to the head or transmitted to the body […]
Course Objectives
The objectives of this course include a review of the current knowledge with regard to concussion, an understanding of the role and tools available to the doctor on the sideline […]
National Centre
N-Pro headgear reduces concussion risk
N-Pro produces revolutionary headgear that absorbs energy and decreases concussion risk This season, Melbourne’s Angus Brayshaw, St Kilda’s Patrick McCartin and most recently Carlton big man [...]
What is CTE?
Ear sensor used to develop new mouthguard for diagnosing concussions
University of Sydney researchers have developed an impact sensor being worn by players at Randwick Rugby Union Club to better diagnose and treat head knocks that can cause brain damage […]
Latest Sydney University Research
A team of researchers led by Dr Clare Fraser and Dr Adrian Cohen at the University of Sydney is studying the causes, assessments and treatment of concussion in […]
