A Study to Examine Concussion Diagnosis in High School and Junior A Hockey Players

Overview

About this study

Concussion is a health issue impacting all athletes for which a clinical treatment protocol, other than rest, has not been established. The efficacy of such a treatment protocol relies heavily on an objective diagnosis and quantification of injury severity. We hypothesize our chosen objective diagnostic and injury quantification measures will show significant differences between non-concussed and concussed athletes to aid in future treatment protocols. We also hypothesize that data from individual exposure time, video footage, and personality measures will provide additional information to further characterize concussive injuries and support diagnostic and treatment protocols.

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:

All eligible Junior A hockey players (ages 16-21).
Medically cleared for hockey when enrolled (21 is the USA Hockey Program age limit).

Exclusion Criteria:

Players not medically cleared.
Players who are restricted from hockey.
Players who decline.

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 Michael Stuart, M.D.	Closed for enrollment

Mayo Clinic Location

Status

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Michael Stuart, M.D.

Closed for enrollment

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