Research highlights the dangers of concussions in young athletes

[highlight align=»left, right, center» style=»different»]With International Helmet Awareness Day coming up this Saturday, June 22, equestrians will be hearing a lot about the danger of head injuries. One of the biggest concerns—particularly for children—is concussions, and recent studies are shedding some light on the problems that come with diagnosing and preventing these injuries.[/highlight]   In a recent article in Scientific American, Robert Cantu and […] Continue Reading

One Week to the International Helmet Awareness Day 2013

[highlight align=»left, right, center» style=»different»]The helmet awareness campaign Riders4Helmets is holding its fourth annual International Helmet Awareness Day on Saturday, June 22. The event aims to educate all equestrians about the importance of wearing protective headgear for every ride, regardless of discipline. The campaign was launched in 201 after Olympic dressage rider Courtney King Dye suffered a traumatic brain injury in a fall from […] Continue Reading