New brain wave test could spot concussions faster
NCT ID NCT03710109
First seen May 21, 2026
Summary
This study tested a new, non-invasive EEG device that uses flashing lights to detect concussions. Researchers compared the device's results to standard doctor assessments in 150 people with head injuries and healthy controls. The goal was to see if the device could accurately flag possible concussions and guide people to seek medical help.
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Locations
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Abilities Research Center
New York, New York, 10029, United States
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Mount Sinai Beth Israel Hospital
New York, New York, 10003, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
EEG-based concussion detection device
What this could lead to
If successful, this device could provide a quick, objective way to help decide if someone needs medical care after a head injury.
What could go wrong
The trial was terminated early, so results are limited. The device is not FDA-approved and is only being tested for accuracy, not as a replacement for a doctor's diagnosis.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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