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The Conor McGregor Coke Spiral, CTE, And Brain Trauma - With Joe Rogan
Dec 31, 2024
The discussion dives into the grim realities of brain trauma in combat sports, highlighting Conor McGregor's challenges. It examines the mental health impacts fighters endure and considers innovative treatments like cerebrolysin. The conversation also touches on the broader implications for athlete safety, revealing the unseen toll of repeated trauma in the ring.
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- Regular sparring in combat sports, even at light levels, accumulates brain trauma leading to potentially severe conditions like CTE.
- Cerebrolysin shows promise in protecting brain health by promoting nerve growth, yet it remains in experimental phases for athletes.
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Impact of Sparring on Brain Health
Consistent sparring in combat sports can lead to significant brain trauma, contributing to conditions like CTE. Fighters experience repeated hits to the head from consistently sparring with elite opponents, even during light training. This sub-concussive trauma produces cumulative damage, which is often overlooked compared to the acute injuries from knockouts. As a result, fighters may turn to substances like drugs to cope with ongoing discomfort and mental health struggles stemming from this continuous physical assault.
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