Citation

Rowson S, Bland ML, Campolettano ET, Press JN, Rowson B, Smith JA, Sproule DW, Tyson AM, Duma SM. Sports Med. Arthrosc. 2016; 24(3): 100-107.

Affiliation

Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2016, Raven Press)

DOI

10.1097/JSA.0000000000000121

PMID

27482775

Abstract

Concussions can occur in any sport. Often, clinical and biomechanical research efforts are disconnected. This review paper analyzes current concussion issues in sports from a biomechanical perspective and is geared toward Sports Med professionals. Overarching themes of this review include the biomechanics of the brain during head impact, role of protective equipment, potential population-based differences in concussion tolerance, potential intervention strategies to reduce the incidence of injury, and common biomechanical misconceptions.

Language: en