Football study testing mouthpiece to reduce concussions
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial tests a new mouthpiece that tracks head impacts during football practice and games. The goal is to help reduce concussions and head impact exposure.
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Who can take part
- You are a football player without braces on your teeth.
- You do not have any dental appliance that might stop a mouthpiece from fitting well.
- You are not planning to get braces during the football season.
- You are willing to use a special mouthpiece that tracks head impacts.
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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