Graded Exposure Therapy for Concussion
(GET-FAB Trial)
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a therapy called Graded Exposure Therapy for adults who have ongoing symptoms after a concussion. The therapy helps them gradually face activities they fear, which can improve their recovery. The study aims to see if this approach is more effective.
Do I need to stop taking my current medications for the trial?
The trial protocol does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications. However, if you have changed your cardiac medication in the last month, you cannot participate.
Do I need to stop taking my current medications for the trial?
The trial does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications. However, if you have changed your cardiac medication in the last month, you may not be eligible to participate.
What data supports the idea that Graded Exposure Therapy for Concussion is an effective treatment?
The available research shows that fear avoidance behavior after a concussion is linked to negative outcomes like more symptoms and emotional distress. While the studies focus on measuring fear avoidance, they highlight the importance of addressing these behaviors to improve recovery. Although specific data on Graded Exposure Therapy for Concussion isn't provided, the research suggests that treatments targeting fear avoidance, like Graded Exposure Therapy, could potentially help by reducing these negative behaviors and improving recovery. However, the studies also indicate that current tools to measure fear avoidance need improvement, so more research is needed to confirm the effectiveness of Graded Exposure Therapy for Concussion.12345
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Graded Exposure Therapy for Fear Avoidance Behaviour After Concussion (GET FAB)?
Research shows that fear avoidance behavior after a concussion is linked to negative outcomes like higher symptom burden and emotional distress. Addressing these behaviors through targeted treatments, like GET FAB, may help improve recovery by reducing fear and avoidance, although direct evidence for GET FAB's effectiveness is not provided in the studies.12345
What safety data exists for Graded Exposure Therapy for Concussion?
The provided research does not directly address the safety data for Graded Exposure Therapy for Concussion or its variants like GET, GET FAB. The studies focus on fear avoidance behavior, anxiety, and other factors related to concussion recovery, but do not evaluate the safety of Graded Exposure Therapy specifically.13678
Is Graded Exposure Therapy a promising treatment for concussion?
Yes, Graded Exposure Therapy is a promising treatment for concussion because it helps reduce fear and avoidance behaviors, which are linked to negative outcomes like emotional distress and disability. By addressing these behaviors, the therapy can improve recovery and quality of life for those with a concussion.13568
How is Graded Exposure Therapy different from other treatments for concussion?
Graded Exposure Therapy (GET) is unique because it specifically targets fear avoidance behavior, which is when people avoid activities due to fear of worsening symptoms after a concussion. This approach helps patients gradually face and overcome these fears, potentially reducing emotional distress and improving recovery, unlike other treatments that may not address this specific behavior.13568
Research Team
Noah Silverberg, PhD
Principal Investigator
University of British Columbia
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for individuals who had a concussion between 1 and 12 months ago, can access the internet via computer or mobile device, have at least three moderate to severe symptoms on a specific questionnaire, and are fluent in English. It's not for those on beta-blockers, with exercise contraindications like heart disease or recent injuries, or involved in injury lawsuits.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive graded exposure therapy, enhanced usual care, or prescribed aerobic exercise
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in fear avoidance behaviour, post-concussion symptoms, and other health measures
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Graded Exposure Therapy
Graded Exposure Therapy is already approved in Canada for the following indications:
- Persistent symptoms after mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI)
- Fear avoidance behavior after concussion
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of British Columbia
Lead Sponsor
Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
Collaborator