Former NFL Players May Not Suffer More Severe Cognitive Impairment Than Others, Study Indicates
UT Southwestern Medical CenterDALLAS – Nov. 11, 2020 – Even though repeated hits to the head are common in professional sports, the long-term effects of concussions are still poorly understood. While many believe that professional athletes who experience multiple concussions will end up with severe cognitive impairment later in life, a UT Southwestern study suggests that may not necessarily be the case.