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Episode Synopsis
Concussion technology has come a long way in helping us understand and manage concussions. Dr. Summer Ott discusses some of the options available and who they best fit.
What is a digital assessment?
Started in the ’90s,
Professional teams
Not meant to replace traditional assessments
A combination of tests is still being used
Pros:
Efficient
Easy access and use of mobile devices
Allow tracking
Remote testing
Cons:
What/which app is reliable
Who is using/trained to use
Environment
Considerations when deciding on a digital tool
Budget
Feasibility
Is it comprehensive
Age range Considerations
Comparison / Contrast different tests available
Example: Impact, Axon, ANAM
20 min to complete
Test Cognitive Skills and symptom
Ex. C3 Logic, Sway, King Devick
Used with Handheld devices
Quicker to complete 10-15 min
Offer Alternative stimuli
Important to look at “What is the cost?”
Does the cost correlate to the effectiveness
What tools and how many are practitioners using in assessing Concussions
How do you pick a digital tool? / What is the right choice?
What is VOMS?
Looking at: eye movements, eye tracking, convergence, and rating symptoms while performing assessments
Symptom Checklist-
Can be broken down into clusters: Physical, Emotional, Sleep, Cognitive,
Case Management example:
Natasha Law
The Law and UIL sports vs Club sports on concussion
Considerations for Special populations (504, at-risk)
The Law and Academic Accommodations/Recommendations
Reach out to @ATC_mojo for PDF of Academic Recommendations
Contact Us
Jeremy Jackson – MrJeremyJackson on Twitter, SportsMedicineBroadcast on IG, FB
ATCorner Podcast
Ryan Collins
Joseph Eberhardt
Christina Fry
Bob Marley
These people LOVE Athletic Trainers and help support the podcast:
Frio Hydration – Superior Hydration products.
Xothrm – Best heating pad available – Use “SMB” or email [email protected] and mention the Sports Medicine Broadcast
Donate and get some swag (like Patreon but for the school)
HOIST – No matter your reason for dehydration DRINK HOIST
MedBridge Education – Use “TheSMB” to save some money, be entered in a drawing for a second year free, and support the podcast.
Marc Pro – Use “THESMB” to recover better.
Athletic Dry Needling – Save up to $100 when registering through our link.
What is a digital assessment?
Started in the ’90s,
Professional teams
Not meant to replace traditional assessments
A combination of tests is still being used
Pros:
Efficient
Easy access and use of mobile devices
Allow tracking
Remote testing
Cons:
What/which app is reliable
Who is using/trained to use
Environment
Considerations when deciding on a digital tool
Budget
Feasibility
Is it comprehensive
Age range Considerations
Comparison / Contrast different tests available
Example: Impact, Axon, ANAM
20 min to complete
Test Cognitive Skills and symptom
Ex. C3 Logic, Sway, King Devick
Used with Handheld devices
Quicker to complete 10-15 min
Offer Alternative stimuli
Important to look at “What is the cost?”
Does the cost correlate to the effectiveness
What tools and how many are practitioners using in assessing Concussions
How do you pick a digital tool? / What is the right choice?
What is VOMS?
Looking at: eye movements, eye tracking, convergence, and rating symptoms while performing assessments
Symptom Checklist-
Can be broken down into clusters: Physical, Emotional, Sleep, Cognitive,
Case Management example:
Natasha Law
The Law and UIL sports vs Club sports on concussion
Considerations for Special populations (504, at-risk)
The Law and Academic Accommodations/Recommendations
Reach out to @ATC_mojo for PDF of Academic Recommendations
Contact Us
Jeremy Jackson – MrJeremyJackson on Twitter, SportsMedicineBroadcast on IG, FB
ATCorner Podcast
Ryan Collins
Joseph Eberhardt
Christina Fry
Bob Marley
These people LOVE Athletic Trainers and help support the podcast:
Frio Hydration – Superior Hydration products.
Xothrm – Best heating pad available – Use “SMB” or email [email protected] and mention the Sports Medicine Broadcast
Donate and get some swag (like Patreon but for the school)
HOIST – No matter your reason for dehydration DRINK HOIST
MedBridge Education – Use “TheSMB” to save some money, be entered in a drawing for a second year free, and support the podcast.
Marc Pro – Use “THESMB” to recover better.
Athletic Dry Needling – Save up to $100 when registering through our link.
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