Concussions are a common occurrence, especially during football season. The symptoms of this injury can range from completely manageable to life-threatening. So, what exactly is going on inside your brain when you experience a concussion? In this animated explainer, Dr. Nicholas Murray, Director of the Neuromechanics Lab at the University of Nevada, Reno, explains the science behind concussions, as well as how important it is to get evaluated and treated for this injury as early as possible.
If you think you might have suffered a concussion, or if you’re experiencing concussion symptoms, you can book an appointment with the Neuromechanics Lab by visiting their website: https://www.unr.edu/public-health/centers-and-programs/neuromechanics-lab/book-an-appointment.
Ray Grosser is a Master’s student with the media innovation program at the Reynolds School of Journalism and a graduate assistant for the Hitchcock Project for Visualizing Science.
