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Repetitive Head Impacts: Definitional Challenges, Clinical Implications, And Research Directions, Amanda Rabinowitz, Allie Tracey, Yevgeniya Sergeyenko
Repetitive Head Impacts: Definitional Challenges, Clinical Implications, And Research Directions, Amanda Rabinowitz, Allie Tracey, Yevgeniya Sergeyenko
Department of Rehabilitation Medicine Faculty Papers
Purpose of Review: Repetitive head impacts (RHI)—repeated head trauma that may or may not result in clinically identified injury—are a growing public health concern due to links with neurodegenerative disease and long-term dysfunction. This review aimed to synthesize current knowledge of RHI and evaluate methodological challenges that limit conclusions about its clinical consequences. Recent Findings: Emerging studies highlight associations between RHI and cognitive, emotional, and functional outcomes across vulnerable populations including athletes, military personnel, and survivors of intimate partner violence. However, definitional ambiguity, difficulties in measuring exposure, and population-specific confounds continue to hinder progress. Clinical approaches emphasize individualized assessment and …
Women’S Health Considerations In Traumatic Brain Injury, Sindhoori Nalla
Women’S Health Considerations In Traumatic Brain Injury, Sindhoori Nalla
Department of Rehabilitation Medicine Faculty Papers
Purpose of Review: Biological sex differences are an important factor to consider when treating TBI, as there can be a disproportionate manifestation of symptoms and recovery process when comparing females to males. Historically, these differences have not been well studied, and there is still much to be understood as to why these differences exist. Recent Findings: A number of factors are thought to contribute to disparities with women who have a TBI, including lack of well-designed research studies focused on women, hormonal fluctuations at the time of and as a result of a TBI, psychosocial comorbidities, and societal norms/expectations. While …