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EPISODE · May 25, 2026 · 5 MIN

5-Minute Summary: Cognitive Deficits Following Concussion: A Systematic Review

from JOEI The Journal · host Ira H. Kirschenbaum, MD

This systematic review analyzed 26 studies on cognitive deficits in athletes after sports-related concussions, involving 4,534 participants. Findings revealed impairments in attention, memory, processing speed, and executive function across acute, intermediate, and long-term periods. While most deficits resolve within weeks, severe cases may persist.

This systematic review analyzed 26 studies on cognitive deficits in athletes after sports-related concussions, involving 4,534 participants. Findings revealed impairments in attention, memory, processing speed, and executive function across acute, intermediate, and long-term periods. While most deficits resolve within weeks, severe cases may persist.

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