What Is CTE And How Is It Related To ‪Concussions?

How To Prevent And Treat Patients With CTE

Currently, there is no treatment for patients who are suspected of suffering from CTE, as a diagnosis cannot take place until the person is deceased, with an autopsy. Due to the study's findings, it has become apparent that more efforts need to be done to protect athletes from developing CTE, and to shift the focus on preventing just concussions, but also prevent repeated hits to the head. Ann McKee, the director of the CTE Center and the study's co-author, believes that to reduce the risk of CTE in athletes and military personnel, that organizations, such as the U.S. Military and National Football League, need to take preventative measures and try to eliminate athletes from receiving multiple head traumas by incorporating better rules and protective gear.