New study hIghlights danger of brain Injury in sport

A new study in the United States has found that head impacts in sport can cause noticeable brain changes, even without signs of a concussion.

Tom Lynch of Adelaide being stretchered off during a match against the Brisbane Lions in August.

A new study in the United States has found that head impacts in sport can cause noticeable brain changes, even without signs of a concussion.

The study has been released a day after the apparent suicide of a university football player in Ohio.

The study has again raised the issue of sports related impacts in Australian football codes.

Abby Dinham reports.

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