Key result
Repetitive soccer heading in youth players was associated with decreased verbal learning and a 49% incidence of headaches, with no other significant cognitive differences compared to norms.
Why the study?
Does repetitive soccer heading impair cognitive function in youth soccer players?
Population
57 youth soccer players, mean age 11.5 years
Comparison
Repetitive head impacts due to soccer heading vs Standardized norms
Design
Cohort
Follow-up
1 to 2 years
Authors
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Heading may increase head impact injury risk in soccer; leaves open whether technique changes reduce incidence in trials.
Observational (n=57)
Does repetitive soccer heading impair cognitive function in youth soccer players?
Repetitive soccer heading in youth players may be associated with decreased verbal learning and frequent headaches, despite other cognitive functions remaining normal.
Janda et al. (2002) conducted an observational in Concussive symptoms and cognitive function (n=57). Repetitive soccer heading vs. Standardized norms was evaluated on Cognitive function and concussive symptoms. Repetitive soccer heading in youth players was associated with decreased verbal learning and a 49% incidence of headaches, with no other significant cognitive differences compared to norms.
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