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Examination of Balance, Vestibular, and Ocular Functions and Activity Following Concussion

NCT02317107 · Status: COMPLETED · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 110

Last updated 2021-02-04

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Summary

Previous research and position statements have outlined the necessity of balance and gait testing in the post-concussion evaluation of athletes. However, many of the currently available balance testing techniques lack objectivity and sensitivity to the effects of concussion. Such balance impairments may exist following concussion due to disruption of vestibular and/or ocular motor systems. However, no clinically feasible tools have been longitudinally examined to detect gait balance control deficits or to investigate how vestibular or motor dysfunction may lead to gait imbalance. Additionally, participation in physical and cognitive activities post-concussion may affect recovery. While limited evidence exists to support this notion, further investigation is necessary to improve clinical management recommendations.

The proposed study will allow for the examination of tools which add value to post-concussion clinical evaluations and study-related outcomes will enhance the understanding of dynamic balance control and vestibular/ocular motor recovery, and their potential for implementation into concussion management protocols.

Conditions

  • Brain Concussion

Sponsors & Collaborators

Principal Investigators

  • William P Meehan III, MD · Boston Children's Hospital

Eligibility

Min Age
12 Years
Max Age
40 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2015-06-30
Primary Completion
2021-01-01
Completion
2021-01-01

Countries

  • United States

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