Biomechanical Perspectives on Concussion in Sport. Issue 3 (September 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Rowson, Steven; Bland, Megan L.; Campolettano, Eamon T.; Press, Jaclyn N.; Rowson, Bethany; Smith, Jake A.; Sproule, David W.; Tyson, Abigail M.; Duma, Stefan M.
• Is Part Of: Sports medicine and arthroscopy review. Volume 24:Issue 3(2016)
• Page Start: 100
• Page End: 107
• Publication Date: 2016-09
• Subjects: biomechanics -- concussion -- helmet -- acceleration -- prevention; Sports medicine -- Periodicals; Arthroscopy -- Periodicals; 617.1027
• DOI: 10.1097/JSA.0000000000000121
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1062-8592

Abstract

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.