We have discussed how playing with a brain injury can be dangerous; more immediately dangerous for the younger athlete. However, continually disturbing the brain while it is recovering only prolongs the issue and is a detriment to long-term brain health. This is the part of sports that gives credence to the awareness and education initiative.
Apparently the NFL, specifically the Pittsburgh Steelers, does not fully grasp everything involved with and around concussions. I would think that of all the teams that should be well versed in the history of concussions and health risks it would be the former employer of Mike Webster. Along with Webster, the Steelers have been on the cutting edge of research, perhaps not the team – rather those that are associated with them: Continue reading