Exercise and fear after concussion in college athletes
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at whether prescribed exercise can help college athletes feel less afraid of pain after a concussion. It aims to see if exercise helps them recover better.
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Who can take part
- You are a college athlete on a varsity team
- You are still having concussion symptoms when starting exercise
- You have not had a serious brain injury that required a hospital stay
- You do not have any condition that makes aerobic exercise unsafe
- You are not already cleared to play your sport because of another injury
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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