BMJ

710 MEP126 – Sideline physiotherapy support and pre-season baseline testing are associated with improved compliance to New Zealand rugby’s community concussion management ...

Background Every year in New Zealand (NZ) an estimated 10 per 1000 rugby players seek medical care for a concussion injury sustained at an average cost of NZ$1700 per claim. In response, NZ Rugby (NZR ...
Psychology Today

Demystifying Sport Concussion Baseline Testing

Finally concussions, and Dr. Bennet Omalu’s battle to uncover the risks of repetitive head trauma, are getting the attention they deserve. The movie Concussion starring Will Smith will undoubtably ...
BMJ

752 EP016 – The under-appreciated value of concussion baseline testing: Its role in education and positive concussion-related behaviors

Background Concussion baseline testing has drawn criticism regarding its clinical utility in the community setting. Recent studies have suggested that baseline testing may have additional advantages, ...
KTVZ

The Center Foundation announces upcoming concussion baseline testing

BEND, OR – The Center Foundation is pleased to announce its upcoming Community Concussion Baseline testing date. This program is made possible thanks to generous support of Taylor Development in Bend, ...
The Conversation

Should I get my child a baseline concussion test before they start junior sports?

Curtin University provides funding as a member of The Conversation AU. Concussions can occur in many different ways, but they are more likely to occur when playing fast-paced team sports like ...