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A Case Matched Study Examining the Reliability of Using Impact to Assess Effects of Multiple Concussions
BMC Psychology
  • Trevor Barker, Nova Southeastern University
  • Stephen A. Russo, Thomas Jefferson University
  • Gaytri Barker, Nova Southeastern University
  • Mark A. Rice, Nova Southeastern University
  • Mary G. Jeffrey
  • Gordon Broderick, Nova Southeastern University
  • Travis J. A. Craddock, Nova Southeastern University
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
4-28-2017
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Abstract/Excerpt

Approximately 3.8 million sport and recreational concussions occur per year, creating a need for accurate diagnosis and management of concussions. Researchers and clinicians are exploring the potential dose-response cumulative effects of concussive injuries using computerized neuropsychological exams, however, results have been mixed and/or contradictory. This study starts with a large adolescent population and applies strict inclusion criteria to examine how previous mild traumatic brain injuries affect symptom reports and neurocognitive performance on the Immediate Post-concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing (ImPACT) computerized tool.

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s40359-017-0184-1
Citation Information
Trevor Barker, Stephen A. Russo, Gaytri Barker, Mark A. Rice, et al.. "A Case Matched Study Examining the Reliability of Using Impact to Assess Effects of Multiple Concussions" BMC Psychology Vol. 5 Iss. 14 (2017) ISSN: 2050-7283
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/gordon-broderick/133/