Predicting which children with a concussion are likely to have lasting symptoms

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This is a longitudinal observational study of children diagnosed with concussion within seven days of injury who will be followed for one year. Researchers will collect symptom reports, measures of fatigue, blood-based inflammatory biomarkers, and academic and social functioning at multiple time points. The goal is to develop a predictive model that identifies children at higher risk for persistent postconcussive symptoms and to inform personalized return-to-learn and return-to-play plans. Findings aim to clarify longer-term physical, psychological, and social impacts of pediatric concussion and help reduce disparities in recovery support.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosed with concussion that occurred within the past 7 days
* Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score between 13-15
* English speaking

Exclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosed with moderate or severe traumatic brain injury
* Polytrauma
* Nontraumatic brain injury
* Pregnancy

Where it's running

• Duke University Health System
  Durham, North Carolina, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Karin Reuter-Rice, PhD — Duke University School of Nursing
• Study coordinator: Karin Reuter-Rice, PhD
• Email: karin.reuter-rice@duke.edu
• Phone: 919-681-7647

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.