Navy SEALs' brain health under the microscope: new study aims to detect hidden blast injuries

NCT ID NCT07131475

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study follows 100 active-duty Navy SEALs over 4 years to see if repeated exposure to blasts affects their brain health. Researchers will use brain scans and blood tests to look for early signs of injury. The goal is to create a test that can detect blast-related brain damage before symptoms appear.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

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