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Study Details

Testing Balance after Concussion

(IRB#: IRB_00180660)

A mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) also known as a concussion can occur when a person's head is hit by something or violently shaken. This study will learn how concussion affects balance and walking. Being in the study requires a persons balance and walking to be tested. People in the study will attend one visit to the study clinic. The visit will last about 3 hours. People will be given a small device to wear for 7 days to record normal daily activities. People will receive payment for participation.

I AM INTERESTED

  • All genders
  • Over 18 years old
  • Healthy Volunteers
  •   In Person
  • Paid

Who can participate?

 Gender: All genders

  Age: Over 18 years old

  Volunteers: Healthy Volunteers

   Location: In Person

Inclusion Criteria

  • Ages 18 to 60 years old
  • Able to stand and walk independently
  • Diagnosed mTBI at least 3 weeks before participation but less than 1 year
  • Ongoing balance, dizziness, or loss of coordination issues

Exclusion Criteria

  • Other health conditions that impact study participation and results
  • Chronic ankle instability or injury
  • Pregnant
  • Moderate to severe substance-use disorder

Will I be paid for my time?

Yes

For more information contact:

Christina Geisler

tbiresearch@utah.edu

  (801) 646-6179

IRB#: IRB_00180660

PI: Peter Fino

Department: COLLEGE OF HEALTH

Approval Date: 2024-09-29 21:40:00

Study Categories: Bone and Muscle Studies, Brain Health Studies

Specialties: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Last Updated: 6/8/23