Prior concussion increases risk of disability after car crash

Steve Gerdes • July 30, 2026

Prior Concussions Make Long-Term Disability More Likely After Car Crashes

Have you ever wondered if a prior concussion makes it more likely you will suffer long-term disability after a car crash. A Canadian study states the clear answer is yes. The study involved over 900,000 treated after crashes. The adjusted relative risk of long-term disability was 15% higher in patients with history of prior concussion. Redelmeier DA, Bhatt V, Drover SSM. “Prior Concussions and Risk of Disability for Patients After a Motor Vehicle Crash.” JAMA Network Open. 2026;9(1):e2554831. Published online January 21, 2026.

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