New program aims to tackle youth football concussions by training coaches
NCT ID NCT06624202
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests a program called COACH that trains youth football coaches on safer practice planning to reduce head impacts and concussions. Researchers will track head impacts and cognitive changes in 880 players over a season. The goal is to see if the program is both practical for teams to adopt and effective at protecting brain health.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Coach training program (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could become a standard way to reduce head injuries in youth football, protecting young athletes' brain health.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively early study focused on implementation and effectiveness. Results may vary by team, and the program may not reduce concussions as hoped.
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Wake Forest University Health Sciences
RECRUITINGWinston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157, United States
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