Brain Injury & Concussion

Repetitive Brain Injuries

If you think you may be suffering from Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) caused by repetitive brain injury through contact sports, our experts in brain development will provide specialist diagnoses and offer treatment that’s tailored to you.

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Diagnosing underlying brain injury

Our diagnostic assessment looks at any possible underlying brain injuries caused by sports such as rugby, football, boxing, and hockey. Receive a diagnosis quickly so you can start managing your symptoms.

Our assessment includes:

  • Psychological evaluation
  • Detailed report and recommendations
  • Clinical assessment by an expert neurologist
  • Brain scan using high-field MRI and the latest DTI technology

What is Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy? (CTE)

Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is a neurodegenerative disease that is caused by repeated head injuries or traumatic brain injuries, such as concussions. CTE is most commonly seen in athletes who participate in contact sports like football, boxing, ice hockey, and wrestling, as well as military veterans who have experienced blast injuries or other forms of head trauma.

 

Learn more about CTE in contact sports here

Symptoms of CTE

The symptoms of CTE can include memory loss, confusion, depression, anxiety, impulsivity, aggression, and progressive dementia. These symptoms typically develop years or even decades after the initial head injury and can continue to worsen over time.

Treatment options for CTE

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    Cognitive and behavioural therapies

    For someone suffering from repetitive brain injuries, there can be treatment options available to help manage the symptoms. Our specialists will work with you to provide a bespoke treatment plan.

    These therapies can help individuals with CTE cope with their symptoms and improve their overall quality of life. Cognitive rehabilitation can help to improve memory, attention, and executive function, while behavioural therapy can help to address mood and behavioural changes.

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    Medications

    Medications can be used to manage specific symptoms of CTE, such as depression, anxiety, and irritability. However, these medications do not treat the underlying disease.

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    Lifestyle changes

    Adopting a healthy lifestyle can also help to manage symptoms of CTE. This includes getting regular exercise, eating a healthy diet, getting enough sleep, and avoiding drugs and alcohol.

CTE: The silent killer in contact sports

In her TEDx Talk, Dr Emer MacSweeney discusses the most feared risk for amateur and professional contact sports players across the globe, and why Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is emerging as a silent killer.

Book a private assessment today

If you think you have CTE or other related brain injuries, simply fill out the form above to get assessed and diagnosed.

After contacting our specialists, you’ll go through a streamlined process where a dedicated team will support you.

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