Sport-Related Concussion Recovery in Athletes

Part of paid clinical trials in Conway, Arkansas.

Sponsor
University of Central Arkansas
Study ID
NCT06852300
Status
Enrolling By Invitation

Conditions

  • Concussion Mild
  • Concussion, Brain

Eligibility Criteria

Sex
ALL
Age
18 Years - 26 Years
Healthy Volunteers
Accepted

Interventions

  • Concussion Assessment Battery — DEVICE
    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.

Study Details

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.

Key Dates

Start date
Apr 11, 2016
Status verified
Nov 2024
Primary completion
May 1, 2030
Completion
May 31, 2030

Study Design

Enrollment
1,000 participants (estimated)

Arms

  • Arm: Concussed and Matched control Pool
    The concussed group consists of collegiate athletes who have been diagnosed with a sport-related concussion by healthcare providers and meet the specified inclusion criteria. Injured participants will undergo testing within 72 hours of the injury and at predetermined time points post-concussion. Matched control participants will be assessed at the same time intervals as their injured counterparts to ensure comparability. The concussion test battery will comprise five assessments designed to evaluate sport-related concussion: 1. Health Questionnaire, 2. Sport Concussion Assessment Tool (SCAT), 3. Vestibular Ocular Motor Screening (VOMS) 4. Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing (ImPACT), 5. Balance Assessment. Additionally, the NIRSIT scanner will be utilized at each testing session to assess cognitive function and brain activity through Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS).
  • Arm: Pre-season and Post-Season Subject Pool
    Participants will complete baseline concussion testing upon initiation into their intercollegiate athletic program. This group will consist of uninjured collegiate athletes from both contact and non-contact sports. Testing will be conducted at two time points: pre-season and post-season.

Primary Outcome Measure

Prefrontal Cortex Activation during Neurocognitive Test using Functional Near- Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS) in Division-I Athletes following Sports-Related Concussion [ Time Frame: From enrollment to 1 year after becoming asymptomatic. ]

Locations (1)

FacilityCityStateZIPSite coordinators
University of Central ArkansasConwayArkansas72034-

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