Concussion Treatment
No two treatment programs are alike — because no two people are alike.
Patients Travel to Pittsburgh for Concussion Care
The UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program faculty and staff strive to make the treatment process as manageable as possible for all patients, but especially those who are traveling for their care. Discover why patients are traveling to Pittsburgh for concussion care.
Concussion Research in the News
In 2017, faculty and fellows from the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program published more than 35 clinical research papers on concussion. Learn about some of these significant studies.
Playing It Safe: Can Protective Gear Prevent Concussions?
Helmets, mouth guards, and concussion headbands supposedly protect players from concussions. But do they really work? Jonathan E. French, PsyD, discusses what protective gear can and can’t do for athletes.
Concussion Care: Do Supplements and Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers Help — Or Hurt?
Learn which supplements and over-the-counter pain relievers can help, or hinder, your concussion recovery process.
Understanding A Mood/Anxiety Concussion
If you suffer a mood/anxiety concussion, excessive worrying may seem to take over your life, among other symptoms. To understand this disorienting type of concussion, and to learn treatment options, check out this infographic.
Concussion Risk Factors: Delaying the Road to Recovery
Learn about some pre-existing conditions that can increase the chances of sustaining a concussion or having a longer recovery.
Josh | Maryville, Illinois
Josh was jumping on the trampoline with his kids, but when his feet landed on one jump, he didn’t feel right.
Match Concussion Trajectories and Triggers
Here are the basic symptoms of the six different trajectories (types) of concussions and their specific triggers (what can cause one to experience the symptom).
Zeke | Oakdale, PA
An in-line hockey accident resulted in a concussion for Zeke. During his treatment, a preexisting issue with his eyesight was discovered. He’s now recovered from his concussion and has improved vision.
Video: ReThinking Concussions – Injury Overview (Part 1)
Hannah Storm and Micky Collins, PhD, sit down to discuss the six different types of concussion, as well as common misconceptions about the injury.
Video: ReThinking Concussions – Treatment (Part 2)
What are the treatment options for concussion? Micky Collins, PhD, and Hannah Storm discuss active treatment.