Dr. Jennifer Maynard

Besides the obvious physical benefits, youth sports provide social interaction that also provides a degree of mental health. Since most sports require getting up close ...

Everyone is at risk of getting a concussion. Those most at risk are kids on the playing field. If a child gets a concussion, removing him ...

High school sports are gearing up for the fall season, and, with that, comes the risk of concussions. If a child gets a concussion, removing ...

Frustrated by ongoing pain, Lexi Riley considered giving up on swimming — a sport she loves. But ankle surgery at Mayo Clinic solved the problem, and now Lexi is thrilled to be back in the pool.

ROCHESTER, Minn. — With the fall sports season underway, attention turns to concussion awareness. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that as ...

High school sports are gearing up for the fall season, and, with that, comes the risk of concussions. Dr. Jennifer Maynard, a Mayo Clinic sports ...

Everyone is at risk of getting a concussion. Those most at risk are kids on the playing field. If a child gets a concussion, removing him ...

According to the Brain Injury Association of America, every 13 seconds, someone in the U.S. sustains a traumatic brain injury (TBI), which is caused ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My grandson played rugby in college. He suffered a concussion and now has trouble with many mental functions, including maintaining thoughts. His peripheral vision has been affected and noise prevents him from working. What could help him return to normal? He is 23 years old and should be in the prime of his life. Instead, he just stays in the house all the time. ANSWER: Symptoms caused by a concussion often go away within several weeks. But sometimes they may last much longer. In those cases, it can be useful to consult a physician who has expertise in treating concussions. Ongoing care, including rehabilitation therapy, may help your grandson better manage his symptoms and return to a more active lifestyle.