Sideline test accurately detects athletes' concussions in minutes, study shows
Thursday, February 3, 2011 - 20:32
in Psychology & Sociology
A simple test performed at the sideline of sporting events can accurately detect concussions in athletes, according to a new study. Current sideline tests can leave a wide amount a brain function untested following concussion. Researchers showed that this simple test was superior to current methods and accurately and reliably identified athletes with head trauma.