Post-Season Neurophysiological Deficits Assessed by ImPACT and fMRI in Athletes Competing in American Football

Dev Neuropsychol. 2015;40(2):85-91. doi: 10.1080/87565641.2015.1016161.

Abstract

Neurocognitive assessment, functional magnetic resonance imaging, and head impact monitoring were used to evaluate neurological changes in high school football players throughout competitive seasons. A substantial number of asymptomatic athletes exhibited neurophysiological changes that persisted post-season, with abnormal measures significantly more common in athletes receiving 50 or more hits per week during the season.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Athletes*
  • Brain Concussion / pathology
  • Brain Concussion / physiopathology*
  • Football / injuries*
  • Head
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging*
  • Male
  • Neurophysiology
  • Neuropsychological Tests
  • Schools
  • Seasons
  • Surveys and Questionnaires
  • United States
  • Young Adult