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    Sidelined By Concussion: Rethinking The Restful Approach To Recovery

    December 27, 2019

    While rest and refraining from activities may be part of the equation, we know that the best form of recovery is active treatment. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: brain injury, concussion, concussion 101, concussion management, depression, mood, neuromythology, patience, rest, sleep

    Learn more about health disparities in the LGBTQ+ community.
  • Videos

    Video: March Is Brain Injury Awareness Month

    February 28, 2017

    In this video, Gary Galang, MD, discusses the rehabilitation process at the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute’s Center for Brain Injury Rehabilitation. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute

    Categorized as: Rehabilitation

    Tagged with: brain injury, Rehabilitation for Brain injury, traumatic brain injury, UPMC Rehabilitation Institute

    Learn more about brain injury rehabilitation
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    Understanding Rehabilitation for a Brain Injury

    January 15, 2017

    Sustaining any kind of brain injury is a traumatic time in a person's life. Rehabilitation is the first step in recovering and adjusting to changes. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute

    Categorized as: Rehabilitation

    Tagged with: brain injury, concussion, rehabilitation, stroke

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  • Article - 21 Second Read

    Concussions: How Knowledgeable Are Americans?

    December 4, 2015

    How much do you know about concussions? Check out this infographic to find out how your knowledge compares to the general public. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: brain health, brain injury, concussion, rethink concussions, sports medicine

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    What Is Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) Technology?

    June 10, 2015

    Brain-computer interface (BCI) technology currently is at the center of many medical studies as a possible tool for controlling prosthetic devices with... Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    Categorized as: Rehabilitation

    Tagged with: BCI, brain injury, brain-computer interface, rehabilitation, technology

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  • Gallery

    Adult Epilepsy and Mental Health

    June 6, 2015

    People with epilepsy tend to have higher rates of autismbeing autistic or having ADHD symptoms or depression than adults without epilepsy. Learn more about these relationships. Learn More

    Categorized as: Mental Health Awareness, Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: ADHD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism, behavioral health, brain injury, depression, epilepsy, epilepsy seizure, medical mondays, mental health, seizures

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    Bicycle Helmet Safety Tips and Facts

    March 21, 2014

    Research shows that wearing a helmet reduces brain injury by 90% while riding a bicycle. Learn more bicycle safety tips to prevent harmful accidents. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

    Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Pediatrics

    Tagged with: bicycle helmet safety, bicycle safety, bike accident, bike helmet, brain injury, child safety, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, Christine Vitale RN MSN, Helmet Fit Test, injury prevention, Jordan Hinds

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    Video: Brain Injury Awareness Month

    March 5, 2014

    As part of Brain Injury Awareness Month, learn more about brain injuries and watch a video about the rehabilitation process for traumatic brain injuries. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Rehabilitation

    Tagged with: brain, brain injury, brain injury awareness month, Cara Camiolo-Reddy MD, Center for Brain Injury, stroke, TBI, traumatic brain injury, video

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    Concussion Myths – Part 1

    February 24, 2014

    Discover the facts behind common concussion myths and learn how to manage your concussion in this first installment of concussion myths. Learn More

    Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: brain injury, concussions, fact or fiction, myths, treatment of concussions, UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program

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