Concussion Demonstration: What happens to your brain in a concussion...
HELMETS:
Concussion Reduction Technology Helmets:
Concussion Reduction Technology Helmets:
Unequal Supplemental Padding
(1:30 - 2:08, 3:25 - 4:00) |
Riddell SpeedFlex Helmet
(0:43 - 1:35) |
VICIS Flexible Helmet (2:29 - 4:25) |
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YOUR TURN:
Design your own better, safer football helmet. It's your choice - what would YOU use to try to protect heads and brains? Kevlar or flex technology? Miniature air bags? Straps like seat belts for your head?? Be creative!
For more information:
Check out: PBS Concussions
Try this NY Times Football crossword to see what you know about the game and its players (it's hard!)