Study examines chronic traumatic encephalopathy threshold on boxers, MMA fighters

Study examines chronic traumatic encephalopathy threshold on boxers, MMA fighters

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A recent study highlights significant brain volume loss in boxers and mixed martial arts fighters with over nine years of experience. These combat sports are linked to chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative disease caused by repeated concussions. CTE leads to protein tangles in the brain, resulting in cell death and cognitive decline. Research by Charles Bernick at the Cleveland Clinic shows that frequent fights correlate with poor cognitive performance, including memory loss and aggression.

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