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Recovering from a Concussion? Avoid Caffeine, Alcohol — and Yes, Illicit Drugs!
If you have a concussion, drinking caffeine or alcohol, or using illicit drugs, can play havoc with your recovery. Read More
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Concussion Care: Do Supplements and Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers Help — Or Hurt?
Learn which supplements and over-the-counter pain relievers can help or hinder your concussion recovery process from the UPMC Sports Medicine program. Read More
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Concussion Risk Factors: Delaying the Road to Recovery
Learn about some pre-existing conditions that can increase the chances of sustaining a concussion or having a longer recovery. Watch Now
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 1 Minute Read
What Are Vestibular Concussions
Learn about the causes, triggers, and treatment options of vestibular concussions — which affect balance and spatial orientation — from the experts at UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Exertion Therapy Q&A with Physical Therapist Tori Kochick
Tori Kochick, DPT, answers a few of the most commonly asked questions about exertion therapy. Learn how this treatment option can help concussion recovery. Read More
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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The Importance of Neck Strength
Learn why strengthening the neck muscles is part of any concussion rehabilitation plan at the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program. Read More
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Melissa’s Recovery from Concussion
One in ten high school athletes in the United States who play contact sports will suffer a concussion each year they play. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Sports Medicine
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Videos
Recovery from Concussion: Daren’s Story
UPMC patient Daren enjoyed restoring and racing vintage cars, but after a devastating 2014 car accident left him with a concussion, he was sidelined from the hobbies he loved. Watch Now
Categorized as: Rehabilitation
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Concussion and Loss of Consciousness
Find out the truth behind the common myth that concussion occurs more often following loss of consciousness. Learn about UPMC's research and recovery plans. Learn More
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine