Author Interviews, Brain Injury, Exercise - Fitness / 30.10.2017
Traumatic Brain Injuries In Baseball Can Be Catastrophic, and Mostly Preventable With Universal Helmet Use
MedicalResearch.com Interview with:
Michael D. Cusimano MD, FRCSC, DABNS, FACS, PhD, MHPE
Adjunct Scientist in the Keenan Research Centre of the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute of St. Michael's Hospital
Division of Neurosurgery, St. Michael\'s Hospital
Professor of Neurosurgery, Education and Public Health
University of Toronto
MedicalResearch.com: What is the background for this study?
Response: Baseball is played by millions annually and is traditionally seen as a low risk sport for head injury when compared to sports like American Football, Ice Hockey and Rugby. Over 6 million children and youth are enrolled in formal baseball or softball leagues annually.
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