The National Center for Catastrophic Sport Injury Research

The National Center for Catastrophic Sport Injury Research is a facility that studies serious injuries and deaths related to sports activities, primarily among students and athletes in the U.S. It gathers data on incidents like spinal injuries, head trauma, or fatalities to understand their causes and improve safety measures. By analyzing trends and risk factors, the center helps develop strategies to prevent such injuries, aiming to make sports safer for all participants. Their work guides policymakers, coaches, and athletic organizations in creating effective safety protocols and injury prevention programs.