Jack Alston was used to migraines, but after two concussions in middle school, he was stuck with a headache that wouldn't go away.

A University of Calgary-led study has found evidence that children with genes predisposing to migraine might have an increased risk of having more headaches after a concussion, which are known to be ...

A University of Calgary-led study has found evidence that children with genes predisposing them to migraine might have an increased risk of having more headaches after a concussion, which are known to ...

First author Dr. Serena Orr says if you have a family history of migraine your child is at higher risk of developing migraine and headaches post-concussion up to six months after the injury. A ...

Knowing whether a child has sustained a concussion is an important matter to clinicians, parents and bystanders alike. However, the signs and symptoms that are most meaningful to look for are not as ...

Liam Dennis was at the top of his game when, in 2023, a crushing blow to the head brought his football career to a halt.

Doctors may prescribe off-label medications such as amitriptyline, topiramate, or ondansetron to help treat concussion symptoms like headaches, sleep problems, and nausea. A concussion is a mild ...

While fall sports are associated with many great things, one of the unpleasant byproducts is the number of concussions sustained by athletes. Each year more than 300,000 concussions are reported, but ...

Jack Alston had been playing football for most of his life — but he had never shaken the bad habit of leading with his head. During a practice in August 2024, he was hit hard, but never exhibited ...