ImPACT Testing for Concussion

Overseen By Jane Luce

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: ImPACT Applications, Inc.

Disqualifiers: Non-English, Skilled nursing, Concussion, others

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: 3

800 Participants Needed

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

The researchers want to find out more about a standalone software application, ImPACT Online and how it relates to other commonly used tests of memory, attention and reaction time. ImPACT Online is a computer-based neurocognitive test for concussion management. The test was designed to help measure the effects of concussion on cognitive processes (for example, memory, attention, brain speed) and visual functioning.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for English-speaking individuals aged 60-80 who are not in a nursing facility, have no concussion or related treatment (unless part of a specific subgroup), and no impairments that could affect test performance. They must also score above 23 on the MMSE, indicating normal cognitive function.

Inclusion Criteria

I speak English fluently.

Hearing or vision impairments that have not been corrected within normal limits

Currently does not reside in a skilled nursing facility

Exclusion Criteria

Known physical, neurological, behavioral, or psychological impairment that would affect their ability to take or complete the test

Hearing or vision impairments that would affect their ability to perform the test

Score of 23 or below on the MMSE (Mini-Mental State Examination)

Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Test Administration

Participants undergo the ImPACT Online test and a battery of paper and pencil neuropsychological tests

1 day

1 visit (in-person)

Test/Re-Test

ImPACT Online will be administered at 2 time points to establish reliability

30 days

2 visits (in-person)

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for cognitive stability and effectiveness of the test over time

12 months

Treatment Details

Interventions

• ImPACT Online
• ImPACT Online/Paper Pencil Tests

Trial Overview The study examines ImPACT Online, a software application designed to assess cognitive processes like memory and attention after concussions. It compares this computer-based neurocognitive test with other standard tests to evaluate its effectiveness.

Participant Groups

Group I: Validity Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

ImPACT Online a computerized test will be administered to subjects. They will also receive a battery of paper and pencil neuropsychological tests.

Group II: Test/Re-Test Active Control 1 Intervention

ImPACT Online will be administered at 2 time points

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

ImPACT Applications, Inc.

Lead Sponsor

Trials

4

Recruited

4,200+