Brain Injury Insider Episode 127: How Many Hits To The Head Are Too Many?

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How much head trauma is too much? Researchers at the University of Rochester Medical Center are seeking answers in a groundbreaking new study aimed at identifying the cumulative effects of repetitive head impacts—even those that don’t cause immediate symptoms.

Athletes in contact sports like football and soccer may endure dozens of head hits in a season. Even without a concussion, each hit may contribute to long-term brain damage.

🧠 Key Highlights from the Research:

Special mouthguards worn during games & practice will record the number and force of head impacts.

Blood plasma tests, blink reflex measurements, EEGs, and reaction time analysis will help detect subtle neurological changes.

The goal: Identify biomarkers and neurological patterns that indicate early signs of brain damage—even when athletes feel “fine.”

Led by Dr. Jeffery Bazarian, Professor of Emergency Medicine and Neurology, this multi-university effort could transform how we prevent, diagnose, and treat brain injury—not just in athletes, but also in military service members exposed to repeated head trauma.

📢 This research could help define a critical threshold for brain safety.
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Host Michael Kaplen is a passionate advocate of the rights of brain injury survivors, and has been fighting on their behalf for over 40 years.

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