How head impacts in college football affect concussions and health outcomes
Influence of the College Football Athletes' Cumulative Head Impact Exposure (HIE) on the mTBI incidence and post-mTBI health outcomes
This study looks at how repeated head impacts in college football players might affect their chances of getting concussions, aiming to help make the sport safer and improve care for athletes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Trustees of Indiana University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bloomington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11040343 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between cumulative head impact exposure in college football athletes and the incidence of mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI), such as concussions. By analyzing data from large-scale studies, the project aims to understand how repeated head impacts may influence athletes' health outcomes after experiencing a concussion. The study will utilize advanced biomechanical measurements to assess the severity and frequency of head impacts, providing valuable insights into injury risk and recovery. This research seeks to improve safety protocols and health management for athletes in contact sports.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are college football players who have experienced head impacts during their athletic careers.
Not a fit: Patients who do not participate in contact sports or have not experienced head impacts may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better prevention strategies and treatment options for concussions in college athletes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the effects of head impacts on concussion risk, indicating that this approach is building on established findings.
Where this research is happening
Bloomington, United States
- Trustees of Indiana University — Bloomington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Harezlak, Jaroslaw — Trustees of Indiana University
- Study coordinator: Harezlak, Jaroslaw
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.