A Majority of Youth Football Helmets Do Not Fit Properly, a Risk Factor for More Severe and Lengthy Concussions
National Athletic Trainers' AssociationNew research found that the majority (74%) of football players’ helmets in youth football (7-12 years old) did not meet at least one component of the 13 criteria developed for proper football helmet fit. Improper fit is a critical risk factor for increased concussion symptoms and duration.