Testing Before and After a concussion
Testing a person before and after a possible concussion is often a great aid to the health care staff. A formal testing process that occurs before an injury has the chance to occur is called a base line test as it provides the state of the brain prior to an injury. Base line tests are particularly valuable for individuals involved with contact sports, as they are more susceptible to concussions than other segments of the population.
After a concussion is suspected, another test is completed so that health care professions can compare the results of the base line test and the one completed after the injury. Scores on the various metrics between the base line test and the post-injury test are compared to assess significant changes, which will help medical professionals determine if the individual is suffering a concussion.
While judgement still plays a major role in diagnosing a concussion, the two tests certainly help the physician reach a conclusion.
After a concussion is suspected, another test is completed so that health care professions can compare the results of the base line test and the one completed after the injury. Scores on the various metrics between the base line test and the post-injury test are compared to assess significant changes, which will help medical professionals determine if the individual is suffering a concussion.
While judgement still plays a major role in diagnosing a concussion, the two tests certainly help the physician reach a conclusion.
Scat3 - testing tool
SCAT3 is a standardized tool used for evaluating injured athletes who may have sustained a concussion and can be used for individuals across demographic segments.
Baseline tests are used to assess an individual’s balance and brain function (including learning and memory skills, ability to pay attention or concentrate, and how quickly he or she thinks and solves problems), as well as for the presence of any concussion symptoms. By receiving base line test results, it will help increase awareness and management of concussion related symptoms and facilitate appropriate return to activity and play.
Baseline tests are used to assess an individual’s balance and brain function (including learning and memory skills, ability to pay attention or concentrate, and how quickly he or she thinks and solves problems), as well as for the presence of any concussion symptoms. By receiving base line test results, it will help increase awareness and management of concussion related symptoms and facilitate appropriate return to activity and play.
If you or your organization are interested in registering for baseline concussion testing, please contact Mardi Crosson at safssm@gmail.com or (705) 542-3862.
