New therapy aims to break the fear cycle after concussion

NCT ID NCT05365776

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: University of British Columbia Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a type of talk therapy called graded exposure therapy for people who have had a concussion and are still having symptoms. The therapy, delivered by a psychologist over 12 video sessions, helps people gradually face activities they have been avoiding due to fear of making symptoms worse. The trial includes 220 adults aged 18-70 who had a concussion 1 to 24 months ago.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Graded exposure therapy (behavioural therapy via videoconference)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide an effective, accessible treatment for people struggling with persistent symptoms after a concussion.
What could go wrong: This is a single trial with 220 participants, and the therapy requires active participation and homework. Results may not apply to everyone with concussion.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Brain Concussion traumatic brain injury

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

MILD TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Calgary Brain Injury Program

Calgary, Alberta, T2N 2T9, Canada
Fraser Health Acquired Brain Injury and Concussion Services

Langley, British Columbia, V1M 4A6, Canada
G.F. Strong Adult Concussion Services

Vancouver, British Columbia, V5Z 2G9, Canada
Head Injury Clinic at St. Michael's

Toronto, Ontario, M5B 1W8, Canada
Hull-Ellis Concussion and Research Clinic

Toronto, Ontario, M5G 2A2, Canada
Sunnybrooke Traumatic Brain Injury Clinic

Toronto, Ontario, M4N 3M5, Canada
Toronto Western Hospital

Toronto, Ontario, M5T 2S8, Canada

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