Men And Women With History Of Concussion Mend Differently, Study Finds - Concussion Treatment Needs To Be More Individualized

SOURCE: Medical News Today

DATE:  July 10, 2008

EXCERPT: "Female soccer players and soccer players who have had a previous concussion recuperate differently from males or players without a history of concussion  .....   The study found that prior history of concussion and gender account for significant differences in test results following the injury. Because of these differences, the authors urge physicians and coaches to take an individualized approach to treating concussion patients."   more