Evaluating Brock String Therapy for Concussion Recovery
Brock String Therapy for Receded Near Point of Convergence Post Concussion
This study is testing if Brock String therapy can help young athletes recover faster and better from a concussion.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 12 Years to 20 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Pittsburgh Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) |
| Trial ID | NCT04076657 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to assess the effectiveness of Brock String therapy in improving recovery outcomes for athletes aged 12-20 who have sustained a concussion within the last 48 hours and exhibit receded near point of convergence. The research will measure improvements in near point of convergence and neurocognitive test scores at follow-up visits 7-10 days post-injury. Participants receiving Brock String therapy will be compared to a control group receiving standard care to determine if early intervention can reduce recovery time and enhance clinical outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are athletes aged 12-20 who have recently sustained a concussion and show specific vision deficits.
Not a fit: Patients with vestibular disorders, seizure disorders, or a history of multiple concussions may not benefit from this therapy.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this therapy could lead to faster recovery times and improved cognitive function for young athletes recovering from concussions.
How similar studies have performed: Initial research has shown promise for similar interventions, but this specific approach is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Athletes who sustained a concussion during organized sport within past 48 hours * ages 12-20 * at least one NPC measurement \>10 centimeters at initial clinic evaluation. Exclusion Criteria: * lack of access to a smart phone to receive text message prompts * vestibular disorder * seizure disorder * history of traumatic brain injury with imaging findings or brain surgery * history of 3+ concussions\\ * concussion within the past 6 months * history of developmental or intellectual disability * history of substance abuse * Patients will also be excluded from recruitment if the treating clinician feels the potential participant would be unable to tolerate Brock String therapy due to severe symptoms
Where this trial is running
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Rooney Sports Complex — Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Alicia Trbovich, PhD — University of Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Alicia Trbovich, PhD
- Email: trbovicham@upmc.edu
- Phone: 412-432-3870
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.