The Rotman Research Institute at Toronto’s Baycrest Health Sciences is collecting brain images and genetic data and conducting a battery of tests on retired NHL players. The first scientific study to delve into the long-term impacts of concussions specifically among National Hockey League players has yielded some surprising initial results. The published paper is based on 33 professional hockey players, 34 to 71 years old, but the number of participants is now over 50 and continuing to grow. More than 100 former NHL players are currently suing the league, alleging it put profits before safety and failed to protect them from head injuries. “There are sides to the debate and people will probably find support for whatever side they’re on in our study, but our study is one study.

Source: thestar April 23, 2017 11:03 UTC