Biomechanics and Sex Differences in Concussion With Dr Jaclyn Caccese

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast. In this episode we discuss the biomechanics of concussion, whilst also exploring the possible differences between men and women when returning to play with Dr Jaclyn Caccese. Dr. Caccese earned a degree in bioengineering from the University of Delaware, followed by a master's in biomechanics and movement science, culminating in a PhD. With an extensive academic background, Dr. Caccese has contributed significantly to the field with over 100 publications and 1300 citations by peers. Dr. Caccese’s expertise has been showcased at numerous conferences, notably the 6th International Consensus Conference on Concussion in Sports. Furthermore, Dr. Caccese's achievements include receiving the 2022 American College of Sports Medicine New Investigator Award and the 2023 Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine Award. - Introduction (1:10) - What is a Concussion (2:21) - Neck Strength and Concussion (3:56) - Postural Control and Bracing (6:50) - Neurological deficits and Increased Ligamentous & Muscular Skeletal Injury Post Concussion (8:29) - Postural Differences Comparing Men and Women (11:30) - Comparing Male and Female Populations (15:26) - Different Return to Play Protocols for Men and Women (21:15) (I said; “80 & 70-minute halves, I meant to convey 40- and 35-minute halves with 80 & 70 minutes of total playing time. - Soccer and Repetitive Head Impacts (29:20) - Where can people find you and your research (31:56) Assistant Professor Jaclyn Caccese https://hrs.osu.edu/faculty-and-staff/faculty-directory/caccese-jaclyn Twitter/ X: @jaclyn_caccese Main Article Discussed and Referred to: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40279-023-01982-2 Subscribe, review and share for new episodes which will drop fortnightly Social media: Twitter: @first concussion Facebook: Headfirst: A concussion podcast Instagram: Headfirst_ Concussion Email: [email protected]