<p>In today&#39;s episode: Three papers address this pressing issue from diverse vantage points, delving into the implications of repetitive concussions, examining cognitive functions in retired rugby players, and identifying predictors of clinical recovery.</p> <p><strong>Follow us on social media!</strong></p> <ul> <li>Instagram and TikTok: agora_health</li> <li>Facebook Page: Agora Health</li> <li>Youtube Channel: Agora Health</li> </ul> <p><strong>References:</strong></p> <p>1. McAllister T, McCrea M. Long-term cognitive and neuropsychiatric consequences of repetitive concussion and head-impact exposure. Journal of athletic training. 2017 Mar 1;52(3):309-17.</p> <p><strong>Link:</strong> <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5384827/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5384827/</a></p> <p>2. Gallo V, McElvenny DM, Seghezzo G, Kemp S, Williamson E, Lu K, Mian S, James L, Hobbs C, Davoren D, Arden N. Concussion and long‐term cognitive function among rugby players—The BRAIN Study. Alzheimer&#39;s &amp; Dementia. 2022 Jun;18(6):1164-76.</p> <p><strong>Link: </strong><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34668650/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34668650/</a></p> <p>3. Iverson GL, Gardner AJ, Terry DP, Ponsford JL, Sills AK, Broshek DK, Solomon GS. Predictors of clinical recovery from concussion: a systematic review. British journal of sports medicine. 2017 Jun 1;51(12):941-8.</p> <p><strong>Link: </strong><a href="https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/51/12/941" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/51/12/941</a></p> <p> </p>