Concussion - In The Spotlight

I recently had the opportunity of attending a seminar on 'Concussion Spectrum of Disorders' at Toronto Western Hospital.  Dr Julian Bailes, who was played by Alec Baldwin in the movie 'Concussion', was one of the keynote speakers.

Dr. Julian Bailes (right) and Leonard Marshall - AP Photo

His talk was geared to football - especially timely with the Super Bowl recently played. His conclusion was that football is getting safer as rule changes occur and leagues recognize a need to change rules to reduce risk. This applies to many other sports as well (especially hockey at this time of year).

But - there is still a lot of work ahead!!

Dr. Chris Woollam  MD, Physio Sport Med of Oakville