Objective To compare the diagnostic utility of balance testing (BT) with a dual-task cognitive challenge to concussion symptom scores (SS). Design Observational clinical trial. Setting Concussion ...

Now, for the first time ever, the FDA has approved a new type of blood test that can detect a concussion with incredible accuracy, and faster than ever before. The test looks for elevated levels ...

View Full Profile. Learn about our Editorial Policies. “This is going to change the testing paradigm for suspected cases of concussion,” Tara Rabin, a spokesperson for the FDA, tells The New York ...

Objective To evaluate the feasibility of a computerised balance test and a calculated Romberg Quotient in acute recognition of concussion Design Prospective pilot study. Setting Finnish national ice ...

Now, with FDA clearance for both balance and cognitive testing, Sway can claim the only comprehensive tool in line with the latest concussion management guidelines." With this expanded FDA ...

Researchers evaluated athletes for signs of brain changes from concussion when they were allowed to return to play and up to ...

Neurocognitive and balance testing can be administered after completion ... If the INC concurs with the Club physician that the player’s concussion has resolved, he may participate in his ...

Long Term effects of Concussion and Repetitive Head Impacts in middle aged and older adults. Postural Control/Balance: Primary interest here involves the role of Dual Task cognitive challenges on ...

Concussed college athletes may experience lasting brain changes, including reduced blood flow, up to a year after returning ...

Research shows that brain changes in college athletes can persist for up to a year after a concussion, even after they are ...

The concussed athletes were also compared to 27 athletes without concussion, matched for factors such as sex and sport. Athletes completed pre-season testing for factors such as balance ...