Publications by authors named "Michal Halicki"
The health and well-being of retired rugby union and league players, particularly regarding the long-term effects of concussions, are of major concern. Concussion has been identified as a major risk factor for neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), in athletes engaged in contact sports. This study aimed to assess differences in specific biomarkers between UK-based retired rugby players with a history of concussion and a non-contact sports group, focusing on biomarkers associated with Alzheimer's, ALS, and CTE.
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- * Although blood-based biomarkers for CTE show promise due to their accessibility, many lack the specificity needed to distinctly identify CTE from other neurodegenerative diseases.
- * Research is still early-stage, with some molecules, particularly phosphorylated tau isoforms, and exosomal biomarkers showing potential, highlighting the need for more comprehensive longitudinal studies to improve diagnosis.