USA Cycling and Medicine of Cycling release Concussion Guidelines for cyclists

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USA Cycling and the Medicine of Cycling group have released recommendations for treatment of riders who have sustained head trauma in cycling. Foremost amongst the guidelines is that any rider with a witnessed loss of consciousness during training…

Undiagnosed concussions in cycling cost more than just minutes in the General Classification

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On July 8, 2011,  thousands of fans logged on to YouTube to watch Chris Horner cross the finish line following Stage 7 of the Tour de France, repeatedly asking  "Where am I? Did I finish?" when he couldn't remember crashing 35 kilometers…

Athletic Management’s accounting of state-by-state concussion laws

Athletic Management has posted a comprehensive state-by-state accounting of concussion laws.  As we discussed at the 2011 Medicine of Cycling Conference, the state rules are rapidly changing so you should consult the guidelines of your…