Headers have long been associated with concussion risk, so in 2016, the U.S. Soccer Federation banned headers in athletes ...

Introduction of the United States Soccer Federation (USSF) header ban for athletes aged 10 years and younger in 20 ...

Concussion damage could linger in an athlete's brain for at least a year, long after they've rejoined their sport, a new ...

A new study examined the impact of a USSF policy to address youth players heading the soccer ball, and its effect on ...

Brain damage from a concussion could linger in an athlete's brain for at least a year after the injury, long after they have ...

Researchers found that the policy was associated with a decrease in soccer-related concussions; however, female players experienced a higher proportion of concussions than their male counterparts.

Get ready for another action-packed weekend in Major League Soccer. From the East to the West and everywhere between, here is ...

Use of OTC analgesics — including acetaminophen and NSAIDs — improves concussion symptoms and reduces recovery time in ...

A simple rule change for youth soccer dramatically reduced concussion risk among athletes, a new study says. Banning or limiting headers -- plays where the head is used to pass or shoot the ball ...

TUESDAY, March 11, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- A simple rule change for youth soccer dramatically reduced concussion risk among athletes, a new study says. Banning or limiting headers -- plays where ...