90%

90% of sports-related concussions
take place without the individual
losing consciousness.

1.6-3.6

1.6-3.6 million recreational and sports-related concussions occur each year in the United States alone.

40%

40% of athletes with concussions return to play before they should, putting them at risk for additional injury.

Our Mission

We serve medical professionals, athletes, administrators, coaches, patients and the public by providing a central repository of accurate and scientifically-vetted concussion research. Working alongside a world-class scientific advisory board, the goal of Concussion.org is to be the most trusted global resource on one of the most common—yet least understood—forms of traumatic brain injury.

Concussion Resources

Preparing for a Concussion Appointment

Preparing for a Concussion Appointment

Helpful tips to get parents ready for their child's doctor…...
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Football Helmet Misconceptions

Football Helmet Misconceptions: Q&A

Dr. John Leddy, International Concussion Society president, talks about how…...
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Concussion Safety Tips for Coaches

Concussion Safety Tips for Coaches

Here are some of the concussion safety tips for coaches…...
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Red pain mark on skull x-ray

Do You Have a Concussion?

Signs, symptoms and next steps when dealing with a potential…...
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Charles Adlelr, MD, PhD

Neurological Complications of Repeated Concussions

Charles Adler, MD, PhD, speaks on the link between concussion…...
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snowboarder

5 Tips for Preventing Concussion in Skiing and Snowboarding

What to know before hitting the slopes Skiing and snowboarding…...
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Concussion Safety

Concussion Prevention and Safety: An Evolved Understanding

The way that concussion severity is assessed has changed—and so…...
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young soccer player dribbling

Action Plan: What to Do After Sustaining a Concussion

Follow this protocol after a sports-related head injury Concussions are…...
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Charles Adler: The Impact Report

Charles Adler: The Impact Report

Dr. Charles Adler discusses the role of concussion as a…...
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How to Participate in Brain Injury Awareness Month

Concussion.Org joins the concussion community in recognizing BIAM March is…...
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Talking to your child about concussion

Talking to Your Child About Concussion

Empower your kids to be advocates for their own health…...
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Frank Porreca: The Impact Report

Frank Porreca: The Impact Report

Frank Porreca, PhD, wants people to know that concussion changes…...
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