Brain injuries
Katsuyori Shibata, Brain Injuries, and Implications of Japanese Strong Style Wrestling
After a brutal headbutt 30 minutes into a New Japan's Sakura Genesis, 37-year-old Katsuyori Shibata collapsed from a severe brain injury. Now his career may be over.
I Found Peace of Mind Online After a Traumatic Brain Injury
A terrifying car accident left me feeling powerless, until I found answers on the internet.
The Study on CTE In Soccer Is Not What You Think It Is
Most studies aren't worth reporting on. This was one of them. Unfortunately, that didn't happen.
What Happened When a Prison Brought in a Brain Injury Specialist
We got an early peak at the numbers from a new study of brain injuries in an American prison, and they aren't pretty.
How a High-Profile Tragedy Helped WWE Think Differently About Brain Injuries
WWE taken a number of steps in the past decade to prevent injuries to its athletes, but a new lawsuit has reignited debate about the inherent danger of the profession.
Why Former Pro Wrestlers Are Now Suing the WWE Over Alleged Brain Injuries
Echoing the concerns of former football players, professional wrestlers are now blaming the WWE for brain injuries.
Farewell to the Utterly Undeniable Daniel Bryan
Daniel Bryan was an indie wrestling grinder who became a beloved WWE champion because of how uniquely talented he was. His career is over, but his legend is secure.
The Strange Case of the American Tennis Pro Who Forgot English One Day and Thought He Was Swedish
The troubled life and mysterious death of a man named Michael Boatwright.
The Strange Case of the American Tennis Pro Who Forgot English One Day and Thought He Was Swedish
The troubled life and mysterious death of a man named Michael Boatwright.
A "Bad Influence": Over a Century of Risk in the Army-Navy Game
This Saturday will mark the 116th Army-Navy game, a beloved tradition of the service academies as well as the wider college football world. Given what we know about the dangers of concussions, however, can we expect it to continue indefinitely?
This Color Changing Helmet Material Could Help Detect Concussions
Given how difficult it is to diagnose brain injuries, an external signal could be extremely helpful.
Are Parents Growing Weary of Football?
Only four percent parents would suggest their kid take up football. Parents are six times more likely to prefer a relatively safer sport like soccer.