Concussions are among the most common brain injuries, but experts say they’re also among the most misunderstood. Doctors ...

Nearly half of adolescents and young adults with lingering symptoms of concussion suffer from eye coordination disorders that ...

Doctors prescribe off-label medications to treat the symptoms of concussion. This can include acetaminophen, sertraline, NSAIDs, and triptans. Melatonin supplements might also be an option.

Concussions can leave lasting effects on vision, with nearly half of young patients experiencing disorders that disrupt daily life and delay return to normal activities.

Teens who are sensitive to light or noise after a concussion are more likely to develop emotional symptoms such as anxiety and depression, a new study says. "Identifying factors such as these that may ...

Head injuries are considered a normal risk of high-impact sports like football. Better helmets and guidelines aim to make athletes safer.

Trent Guess, an associate professor at MU in the Physical Therapy and Orthopedic Surgery departments, and Jacob Thomas, who ...

Spotting a concussion can be tricky. After a potential head injury, you can ask if the person feels dizzy or has a headache—but that relies on self-reporting, which isn't always accurate.