Degenerative Brain disorder and Contact Sports

The US National Institute of Health (NIH) has officially recognized the connection between repetitive mild head trauma and the development of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). This revelation brings to light the impact of repetitive blows in contact sports and raises important questions about brain health in athletes and beyond. Explore the evolving understanding of CTE, its clinical challenges, and the complex interplay of genetics and environmental factors in its development.