Head injury

This study is checking how safe and effective Stryker's custom-made PEEK implants are for fixing bone and soft tissue problems in the skull and face. About 99 people who need these implants will be followed for up to 24 months after surgery. The main goal is to see how often infe…

This study looks at whether a simple blood test can help doctors decide if a head CT scan is really needed after a mild head injury. Researchers will collect blood samples from 350 adults with mild head trauma and see if the test results match the need for imaging. The goal is to…

This study tests whether an app that helps patients and doctors make decisions together can lower the number of CT scans for people with minor head injuries. About 370 adults aged 18-65 who are at low risk for serious brain injury will use the app in the emergency department. The…

This study aimed to create a program to screen and support families of children under 2 who came to the emergency room with a head injury from neglect or abuse. The goal was to offer brief counseling and connect families with helpful resources. However, the study was withdrawn be…

This study looks at 600 adults who take blood thinners and have a mild head injury but a normal first brain scan. Researchers want to know how often a delayed brain bleed happens within 24 hours and up to 4 weeks after the injury. They also track risks like blood clots or confusi…

This study tracks 350 college athletes to see how repeated, non-concussive head impacts affect brain function. It also tests whether 2 weeks of daily aerobic exercise can help the brain recover faster compared to stretching. Researchers will use eye scans, blood tests, and brain …