A Study of Performing the King-Devick Concussion Test in a Right and Left Neck Rotation

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to compare the use of the King-Devick concussion test in the traditional neutral (forward facing) position, to a 45 degree turn of the neck to the left and right.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria

15-25 year old competitive and recreational athletes
Control group
- No history of concussion
Concussion group (no symptoms)
- Three days to 3 weeks post-concussion
- Determination of sustained concussion based on current Mayo Clinic Sports Medicine diagnostic criteria
- A Mayo Sports Medicine Athletic Trainer or Physician will determine the presence of a concussion with testing performed at the playing field or in the Sports Medicine Center

Exclusion Criteria

Any pre-existing condition preventing the ability to perform neck range of motion or a neck strength assessment

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location	Status
Rochester, Minn. Mayo Clinic principal investigator David Krause, P.T., D.Sc., OCS	Closed for enrollment

Mayo Clinic Location

Status

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

David Krause, P.T., D.Sc., OCS

Closed for enrollment

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