Evaluating the Y-Balance Test's ability to predict concussions in athletes
Is Y-Balance Test Predictive of Concussion
This study is testing if a balance test can help predict the risk of concussions in high school athletes.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 11 Years to 19 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Arkansas Colleges of Health Education Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Fort Smith, Arkansas and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05344703 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates whether the Y Balance Test for the lower quarter (YBT-LQ) can predict the risk of concussion in high school athletes. Participants will perform the YBT-LQ, which involves balancing on one leg while reaching in multiple directions, and their performance will be analyzed to determine its correlation with concussion risk. The study will also explore how previous concussions may affect YBT-LQ results and whether adding visual challenges during the test influences its predictive ability. The findings aim to enhance injury risk assessments in young athletes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are high school athletes participating in school-sanctioned or club sports.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of seizures will not benefit from this study due to exclusion criteria.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a reliable method for predicting concussion risk in high school athletes, potentially leading to better prevention strategies.
How similar studies have performed: While the YBT-LQ has shown predictive value for lower extremity injuries, its application for concussion prediction is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Participates in sport either school sanctioned or club Exclusion Criteria: * History of seizure
Where this trial is running
Fort Smith, Arkansas and 1 other locations
- Fort Smith Public Schools — Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States (Recruiting)
- Greenwood Public Schools — Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States (Recruiting)
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.