NFL brain study: 250 former players tracked for 5 years
NCT ID NCT04263337
First seen Apr 22, 2026 · Last updated Apr 26, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study follows 250 former NFL players (ages 50–70) for 5 years to see how concussions and repeated head hits affect long-term brain health. Researchers use brain scans, blood tests, and thinking/mood questionnaires to track changes. The goal is to use these findings to design future treatments for at-risk players.
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Locations
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Boston Children's Hospital
Waltham, Massachusetts, 02453, United States
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Medical College of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53226, United States
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States
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