Soccer heading and your brain
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at how different intervals of heading a soccer ball affect your brain health. You might be eligible if you're a current soccer player with several years of heading experience and no recent head or eye problems.
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Who can take part
- You are currently playing soccer at any level (college, club, intramural, or recreational).
- You have at least 5 years of experience heading a soccer ball.
- You have not had any head, neck, or face injury (including concussions) in the last 6 months that kept you from playing contact sports.
- You do not have certain eye conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy.
- You are able to give consent for yourself (no legal guardian needed).
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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