A neck patch for athletes could help detect concussions early
The device is an upgrade from bulky helmet sensors prone to false readings, scientists say
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Football tackles — like this one during the 2015 Goodyear Cotton Bowl in Arlington, Texas — can cause whiplash and concussion. Scientists have designed a neck patch that could help detect these injuries faster than current methods.
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