MILD TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY

This study looked at whether measuring two proteins in the blood (GFAP and UCH-L1) can safely tell doctors when an older adult with a mild head injury does not need a CT scan. Over 2,200 participants aged 65 and older were enrolled. The goal is to reduce unnecessary radiation and…

This study tested a new blood test (VIDAS TBI) in 903 adults with mild traumatic brain injury to see if it can accurately rule out brain damage. The goal is to reduce the need for CT scans, which are costly and expose patients to radiation. The test measures two proteins released…

This study tested whether a special goggle system (Neurolign Dx_100 I-PAS) and standard tests can reliably detect mild traumatic brain injury (concussion) in people who recently had a head injury. Researchers compared 161 people with concussions to those with minor injuries. The …

This study tested whether a portable goggle system (I-PAS) can accurately diagnose mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) in community settings like urgent care or emergency departments. Researchers enrolled 120 adults aged 18-50 who had a head injury with symptoms like loss of consc…

This study tested whether a device that delivers a very mild electrical current to the scalp could improve memory in 26 older adults with mild cognitive impairment and a past traumatic brain injury. Participants received ten sessions of either real or fake stimulation to a brain …

This study tested whether prazosin, a drug used for high blood pressure and PTSD nightmares, can reduce headaches in veterans and service members who had a mild traumatic brain injury. 89 participants received either prazosin or a placebo for 12 weeks. Researchers tracked headach…

This study tested whether taking creatine monohydrate daily for seven weeks could reduce persistent symptoms after a mild concussion. 34 adults aged 20-45 who had symptoms for 6-18 months took part. The results showed no clear benefit compared to placebo or usual care, but the st…

This pilot study tested whether a noninvasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS, combined with cognitive training, could improve attention and working memory in 56 active duty service members who had a mild traumatic brain injury at least 6 months earlier. Participants rece…

This study tested a new device called Incremental Velocity Error (IVE) to see if it improves dizziness treatment better than standard therapy. It included 24 adults with dizziness from mild traumatic brain injury or inner ear problems. The device aims to improve the reflex that k…

This study tested whether a home-based online program combining mindfulness and cognitive exercises could improve thinking skills in soldiers and veterans who had a mild traumatic brain injury. Twenty-three adults with persistent cognitive problems used either the experimental so…

This study tested whether personalized rehabilitation treatments help adults with persistent concussion symptoms more than standard care. 40 adults with post-concussion syndrome were enrolled. Each participant received both individualized therapy and usual care in a crossover des…

This study tested a program called TEaM to improve how doctors and schools support children after a mild traumatic brain injury (concussion). The program included training for doctors and tools to help them communicate with schools and families. Researchers enrolled 101 children …

This study looked at how mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) affects self-regulation—the ability to plan, focus, and manage emotions. Researchers used brain scans (fMRI) and tested a medication called tolcapone to see if it could improve memory and self-control in 55 veterans with…

This study tested a practical tool to help family doctors better recognize and treat mental health problems that often follow a mild concussion. Over 500 adults who visited the emergency room after a head injury took part. The goal was to see if the tool improves care and recover…

This study looked at how the brain controls eye movements in people aged 11 to 35 who had a concussion 1 to 6 months ago and still have trouble focusing their eyes (convergence insufficiency). Researchers compared these participants to others with eye focusing problems not caused…

This study looked at whether planning, reminders, and small rewards can help older adults who had a mild or moderate traumatic brain injury (TBI) walk more. 57 participants wore a Fitbit and received weekly calls for 12 weeks. The goal was to see if these simple tools could incre…