Cognitive Effects of Heading in Professional Football: A Systematic Review

Liam Patel1, Julikram Tarafder1, Flaminia Ronca1

  • 1Institute of Sport Exercise and Health, UCL, London, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Summary

Professional football players may experience cognitive decline linked to heading the ball. More research is needed to confirm this association and understand its impact on brain health in athletes.