Ice for the brain? new study tests cooling therapy for teen concussions
NCT ID NCT06929923
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a device called Pro2Cool that cools the head and neck to see if it can reduce concussion symptoms in teens aged 13-21. Half of the 66 participants will get the real cooling treatment, while the other half will get a sham device that only cools slightly. Researchers will measure symptom changes and any side effects.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Pro2Cool Device (head and neck cooling device)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a simple, drug-free way to reduce concussion symptoms in young athletes.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial (66 people) testing a device, not a drug. The cooling effect may not be strong enough to meaningfully improve symptoms, and the sham group also gets some cooling (19°C), which could blur results.
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Akron Children's Hospital
RECRUITINGAkron, Ohio, 44308, United States
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Cleveland Clinic Foundation
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGCleveland, Ohio, 44125, United States
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University of Michigan
RECRUITINGAnn Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States
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