MILD TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY

This study tested a blood test called VIDAS TBI on 903 adults with mild head injuries in the emergency room. The test measures two brain proteins to see if it can reliably rule out brain damage. If it works well, it could help doctors decide who truly needs a CT scan, saving time…

This study tested whether a special goggle system (Neurolign Dx_100 I-PAS) and standard tests can reliably detect mild traumatic brain injury (concussion) in people who recently had a head injury. Researchers compared 161 people with concussions to those with minor injuries. The …

This study looked at whether measuring two proteins in the blood (GFAP and UCH-L1) can safely tell doctors when an older adult with a mild head injury does not need a CT scan. Over 2,200 participants aged 65 and older were enrolled. The goal is to reduce unnecessary radiation and…

This study tested whether a portable goggle system with eye-tracking technology can accurately diagnose mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) in community settings like emergency rooms. Researchers enrolled 120 adults aged 18-50 who had a head injury with symptoms. The goal was to s…

This study tested three different treatment approaches for teens aged 13-19 who had a concussion within the past three weeks and were still experiencing moderate to severe symptoms like headaches, dizziness, and neck pain. The goal was to see if early, symptom-specific treatments…

This study tested whether taking creatine monohydrate daily for seven weeks could reduce persistent symptoms after a mild concussion. 34 adults aged 20-45 who had symptoms for 6-18 months took part. The results showed no clear benefit compared to placebo or usual care, but the st…

This study tested whether prazosin, a drug used for high blood pressure and PTSD nightmares, can reduce headaches in veterans and service members who had a mild traumatic brain injury. 89 participants received either prazosin or a placebo for 12 weeks. Researchers tracked headach…

This study tested whether a device that delivers a very mild electrical current to the scalp could improve memory in 26 older adults with mild cognitive impairment and a past traumatic brain injury. Participants received ten sessions of either real or fake stimulation to a brain …

This study tested whether an online program combining cognitive exercises and mindfulness training could help soldiers and veterans with mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) improve their memory, attention, and thinking speed. Twenty-three participants used either a specialized brai…

This completed pilot study tested whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS, combined with computer-based cognitive training, can improve attention and working memory in 56 active-duty service members who had a mild traumatic brain injury at least 6 months earlier.…

This study tested a new device called Incremental Velocity Error (IVE) that uses a headband to help retrain the brain's balance system. It compared the device to standard eye and head exercises in 24 adults with dizziness from mild traumatic brain injury or inner-ear nerve damage…

This study looked at whether the drug tolcapone can help veterans with mild traumatic brain injury improve memory and self-regulation. Fifty-five veterans underwent brain scans and cognitive tests while taking either tolcapone or a placebo. The goal was to see if the drug changes…

This study tested whether personalized rehabilitation treatments help adults with persistent concussion symptoms better than usual care. 40 participants received either individualized therapy (aerobic exercise, mindfulness, or physical therapy) or standard care for 6 weeks, then …

This study tested a simple tool to help family doctors better manage mental health problems after a mild traumatic brain injury (concussion). Over 500 adults who visited an emergency department were enrolled. Doctors received a letter with their patient's mental health screening …

This study tested a program called TEaM to improve how doctors and schools support children after a mild traumatic brain injury (concussion). The program included training for doctors and tools to help them communicate with schools and families. Researchers enrolled 101 children …

This study looked at how the brain controls eye movements in people aged 11 to 35 who had a concussion 1 to 6 months ago and still have trouble focusing their eyes (convergence insufficiency). Researchers compared these participants to others with eye focusing problems not caused…

This study looked at whether planning, reminders, and small rewards can help older adults who had a mild or moderate traumatic brain injury (TBI) walk more. 57 participants wore a Fitbit and received weekly calls for 12 weeks. The goal was to see if these simple tools could incre…