Study Finds Long-Term Brain Benefits in Non-Professional Athletes Post-Concussion

Research reveals non-professional sports-related concussions may enhance cognitive function, unlike other head injuries.

Largest study of its kind analyzed data from over 15,000 participants aged 50 to 90.
Non-professional athletes with sports-related concussions performed better in cognitive tests.
Those with non-sports-related concussions showed slower processing and declining verbal reasoning.
Findings do not apply to professional athletes who face more severe head injuries.
Authors highlight the need for caution in interpreting the protective effects of sports.