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Sport-Related Concussion Recovery in Athletes

NCT06852300 · Status: ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 1000

Last updated 2025-03-06

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Summary

The goal of this study is to enhance the accuracy and sensitivity of concussion evaluation by integrating traditional assessment tools with emerging neuroimaging technologies, such as Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS). By systematically collecting data across multiple assessment domains-including sideline evaluations, neurocognitive testing, balance assessments, vestibular/ocular-motor screening (VOMS), and brain activity measurements-this study aims to improve the diagnostic process and ensure a safer return-to-play protocol for athletes recovering from sport-related concussions.

Research Questions:

1. How do traditional concussion assessment tools (SCAT, computerized neurocognitive tests, balance tests, and VOMS) compare to fNIRS in detecting changes in brain function following a sport-related concussion?
2. What is the relationship between pre-injury baseline measures, acute post- injury assessments, and recovery-phase evaluations in athletes diagnosed with a sport-related concussion?
3. Can fNIRS improve the sensitivity and specificity of concussion diagnosis compared to existing clinical assessments?
4. How do clinical symptoms, medical history, and other individual factors influence concussion recovery and return-to-play timelines?
5. Does integrating fNIRS with traditional assessment tools enhance the ability to track recovery progression and inform return-to-play decisions?

This study provides a comprehensive evaluation of concussion diagnosis and recovery while assessing the added value of fNIRS technology in improving clinical decision-making.

Conditions

  • Concussion Mild
  • Concussion, Brain

Interventions

DEVICE

Concussion Assessment Battery

The conclusion test battery will comprise five assessment designed to evaluate sport-related concussion: 1. Health Questionnaire - Including as assessment of signs and symptoms. 2. Sport Concussion Assessment Tool (SCAT) 3. Vestibular Ocular Motor Screening (VOMS) 4. Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing (ImPACT) 5. Postural stability assessment (NeuroCom VSR Sport). Functional Neuroimaging Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS) is a non-invasive neuroimaging technology that measures brain activity by detecting changes in blood oxygenation. The NIRSIT scanner will be employed at each testing session to assess cognitive function using the Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing (ImPACT) and postural stability using the NeuroCom VSR Sport system.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • University of Central Arkansas

    lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

  • Hyung Rock Lee, Ph.D · University of Central Arkansas

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
26 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2016-04-11
Primary Completion
2030-05-01
Completion
2030-05-31

Countries

  • United States

Study Locations

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