Written Stories – Concussion Study at Virginia Tech

Importance of Concussion Education

April 15, 2021May 4, 2021

Concussions have become a topic of conversation across sports, but in football, it is a risk that players take every time they take the gridiron....

Concussions have become a topic of conversation across sports, but in football, it is a risk that players take every time they take the gridiron. From the National Football League all the way down, organizations have become more vigilant on the issue and are increasing the education and resources available. In order to educate athletes about the risks of concussions and the best way to prevent further injuries if they do occur, athletic training staffs across all levels have worked to be sure athletes are educated as young as possible. Tucker Harris just completed his high school football career and...

Inside the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab

April 15, 2021May 4, 2021

BLACKSBURG, VA — The Virginia Tech Helmet Lab has become a staple around the country when it comes to helmet safety ratings. In 2011, researchers...

BLACKSBURG, VA — The Virginia Tech Helmet Lab has become a staple around the country when it comes to helmet safety ratings. In 2011, researchers at Virginia Tech began evaluating helmets and created a rating system to allow consumers to purchase the helmets that provide the most protection. The idea started with Dr. Stefan Duma and Gunnar Bronlinson, a team physician for Virginia Tech football. They knew they wanted to look more into concussions because, in the past, the diagnosis of a concussion was not taken seriously. In order to learn more, they came up with the idea of attaching...

A Hokie with Concussions

April 15, 2021May 4, 2021

BLACKSBURG, VA — Virginia Tech’s Tre Turner has had his fair share of concussions on the field during his time as a wide receiver...

BLACKSBURG, VA — Virginia Tech’s Tre Turner has had his fair share of concussions on the field during his time as a wide receiver for the Hokies football program. “I’ve had multiple concussions. Some I let the trainers know and others I tried to fight,” said Tre Turner. “Somewhere between 4-6 concussions... basically twice every year since I’ve been here.” Turner acquired his concussions throughout practice and game times. In hopes of keeping the concussion numbers as minimal as possible, each player is personally fitted for their helmet by the equipment managers with help from the Virginia...

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