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What Happens to Your Neurons During a Concussion? The Cellular Science of Brain Injury
A concussion can trigger a complex chain reaction involving mechanical stretching, neurotransmitter release, calcium influx, and disrupted energy metabolism. This episode examines how these cellular disturbances affect memory, attention, and consciousness, even when conventional brain scans appear normal. We explore why the hippocampus and interconnected neural networks are particularly important to memory function and recovery.
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