Infographic: Concussions are Treatable, but How?
Let’s take a look at what symptoms and treatment methods are typically associated with each type of concussion.
A Model for Understanding Concussion Assessment, Treatment, and Rehabilitation
The doctors at the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program have identified six different clinical trajectories (types) of concussion and developed unique treatment plans individualized for each trajectory. Our doctors believe in an active therapy specialized for the patient to fully rehabilitate and treat concussion. Learn about our model for understanding[…]
UPMC Concussion Program Team Approach
The experts at the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program believe the best way to manage and rehabilitate a concussion is through an individualized treatment plan based on the patient’s specific needs and goals for recovery.
Video: What is VOMS?
Anne Mucha, DPT, Clinical Director of vestibular therapy at the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program discusses the Vestibular Ocular Motor Screening (VOMS).
Baseball and the Brain: Concussion Safety
Learn more about concussions from baseball, and read stories from professional players who received care at the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program.
Concussion Research in the News
Leading U.S. experts have published a paper stating that concussions are treatable but more research is needed.
Sports Concussions in the News
ImPACT, a neurocognitive concussion management tool that provides a baseline for normal functioning brain activities, has received de novo clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
UPMC and Bon Secours Health System Announce Ireland’s First Concussion Symposium
The symposium, to be held this October, will combine UPMC’s concussion expertise with the highly regarded Bon Secours Health System to share best practices related to concussion treatment.
Concussion Research Update
Research is a core component of the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program. Director of Research, Anthony Kontos, PhD, leads the collective study efforts.