When studies are released, there are often calls for additional research as well as recommendations. In my menstrual cycle survey report, I added quite a few recommendations. Some can be implemented immediately. Others address considerations for planning research. It’s based on what I’ve learned, what responses were to the survey, and more. Take a look at […]
Female Concussions, Menstrual Cycles, and Periods: FAQs
Concussions can occur from many causes. Car accidents (also referred to as motor vehicle accidents or MVAs), sports, running into something or being hit in the head by an object, assault, and falls are common causes. Of the many symptoms that follow, one aspect is rarely discussed for females: changes to menstrual cycles and […]
Menstrual Cycle Dysfunction Following Concussion: HerConcussion.com Survey Results
Females of all ages experience issues with their periods and menstrual cycles after sustaining a concussion. It’s a greatly overlooked topic regarding female concussions that warrants immediate attention. This post includes the report abstract for the survey I developed regarding this topic. I’ve also created two forms. One is to use during a concussion recovery. It’s the […]
Female Concussions and Hormones: An Overview and Call for Research
I’ve been on a quest over the past several years. I’ve been trying without success to get someone, anyone to tell me exactly what is meant when it’s said that females have more difficult recoveries from concussion because hormones are a cause. That’s it. That’s all you hear. “It’s hormones” or a variation of that. […]
Menstrual Cycle Overview
When reviewing information about concussion, it is helpful to understand the different hormones involved in the menstrual cycle and what the levels are at different phases. Both female and male hormones come into play. New research shows that a sudden drop in progesterone levels may indicate a higher potential for longer recovery times from concussion […]
Menstrual Cycles: Late Adolescent and Childbearing Years
While childbearing age can be identified as the time between mid-adolescence and menopause, I’m going to make a smaller distinction here. In mid-adolescence (high school years) ovulation and cycles become more regular per individual. In late adolescence, you move out on your own and transition into the childbearing years. Also, perimenopause occurs before menopause, and […]
