/oss/taxonomy/term/2875/all en /oss/article/technology-health-and-nutrition-quackery/neuroshield-can-woodpeckers-help-protect-your-brain <p>How does a woodpecker avoid massive concussions?</p> <p>The answer to this question has apparently been adapted by a team of doctors into a neck brace that could mitigate mild brain damage during contact sports like hockey or football. It’s called NeuroShield and it’s on sale right now. The question on everyone’s lips: does it work?</p> Mon, 11 Dec 2017 16:17:10 +0000 Jonathan Jarry, MSc 6845 at /oss