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Baseline Testing

Multimodal baseline testing is the key to better concussion care.



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What is baseline concussion testing?


A Multimodal concussion test is a series of online physical and cognitive tests that measure healthy brain function before a sports season starts.

Concussion symptoms often resolve before the brain has fully recovered.  Having baseline information provides healthcare practitioners with valuable insight into how your brain functions when healthy.  After a concussion, this information helps to detect lingering deficits and brain recovery levels to make safer return to sport decisions.

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Learn more about the Cerebellum


The cerebellum is our movement coordination center.  This area underneath the occipital cortex is what allows our movements to be smooth and coordinated, accurate, and well timed.  A common test of the cerebellum is to reach your pointer finger to a target out at arms length.  Someone with cerebellar difficulty will have slow, jerky, erratic motion during this test.

The big area for the cerebellum’s involvement in concussion injuries is BALANCE.  The cerebellum helps create stable balance by making postural adjustments to keep postural sway to a minimum.  At Complete Concussions, we test this function by having athletes stand on a force plate to see how much movement and sway they have when healthy.  Then, in the event of an injury, we can re-test to see if there has been any change.  Because everyone is so different, it’s important for clinicians to understand how much postural sway is normal for YOU.

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Learn more about the Brain Stem


The brainstem is involved in some of the most critical life-supporting roles of any brain structures, such as breathing and heart function, but it is also heavily involved in balance, sensation of the head and face, vision and eye movement, speaking, swallowing, and much more.

The Complete Concussions baseline battery tests brainstem function in a few different ways such as balance & postural sway, visual acuity and visual tracking, and response time testing.  Because everyone is different, it is important for clinicians to understand what is normal for YOU.

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Learn more about the Temporal Lobe


The temporal lobe is heavily involved in the processing of sensory inputs like visual stimuli and sounds.  The medial temporal lobe and hippocampus are critical for memory formation and language recognition.  Damage to the temporal lobe often results in aphasias, amnesia, and seizure disorders.

The Complete Concussions baseline testing battery tests the temporal mostly through auditory and visual memory challenges for words, symbols, shapes, etc. both in the short-, and longer-term.  Because everyone is different, it is important for clinicians to understand what is normal memory for YOU.

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Learn more about the Occipital Lobe


This is your visual center (AKA the primary visual cortex)!  This area is responsible for processing all visual stimuli including motion and the colors, and shapes you see.

The Complete Concussions baseline testing battery tests this area in a number of ways such as response time, visual tracking and processing, and visual memory testing. Because everyone is different, it is important for clinicians to understand what is normal for YOU.

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Learn more about the Parietal Lobe


The Parietal Lobe is a sensory integration center such as touch, pain, and temperature, but it is also heavily involved in spatial awareness and proprioception.  Proprioception is the awareness of where your body is in space, which is very important for balance and navigating your environment.

The Complete Concussions baseline testing battery assesses Parietal Lobe function through balance and postural sway testing in a variety of positions such as tandem gait, two-foot, and one-foot stance positions.  Because everyone is so different, it’s important for clinicians to understand how much postural sway is normal for YOU.

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Learn more about the Frontal Lobe


The Frontal Lobe is the most recent addition to the human brain.  This is what helps us with “higher order” brain functions such as social interactions, problem solving, impulse control, memory, expressing and controlling emotions, and more.

The Complete Concussions baseline test battery mostly tests this area of the brain with neurocognitive tests such as tests for executive function, memory, and impulse control.  These extremely sensitive tests have been found to pick up very subtle differences in function.  Because everyone is different, it is important for clinicians to understand what is normal for YOU.

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Why Complete Concussions?


Complete Concussions is the largest evidence-based concussion care network in the world.

Our comprehensive baseline testing battery is designed to test various areas of brain function.

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Is multimodal baseline testing right for you?

Multimodal baseline testing is recommended for athletes who participate in contact or high-speed sports.

Baseline Concussion Test Options..

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When Should You Get Baseline Concussion Testing?

Baseline information can help detect lingering deficits and brain recovery levels to make safer return-to-sport decisions. 

High-risk athletes must undergo baseline testing before the start of a season to provide a pre-injury overview of healthy brain function. 

The ideal time to get tested is:

Preseason: Athletes should get baseline testing at the beginning of the season before engaging in any physical activity. This will provide a comparison point in the event of a head injury.

Before high-risk activity: Athletes in sports such as boxing, football, or soccer should undergo baseline testing before starting the activity.

After recovery from a previous concussion: Athletes who have previously suffered a concussion should undergo baseline testing before returning to play.

What To Expect During A Baseline Concussion Test 

Baseline concussion testing is an essential step towards ensuring safer return-to-play decisions for athletes. Take yours now – 

Registration and Consent: Before the test, you will be required to register and provide your informed consent. This typically involves providing some basic information about yourself, your medical history, and any previous concussions or head injuries.

Pre-Test Assessment: Before the actual testing begins, we will perform a pre-test assessment to establish a baseline of your physical and cognitive health. This assessment may include basic physical examinations, such as balance and coordination tests, as well as cognitive assessments, such as memory and attention tests.

Multimodal Testing: The actual baseline concussion testing will consist of a series of multimodal tests designed to evaluate various areas of brain function. These tests include memory and attention tests, balance and coordination tests, visual processing tests, reaction time tests, and neurocognitive testing.

Post-Test Assessment: Once the testing is complete, we will perform a post-test assessment to evaluate your overall performance and identify any potential areas of concern. This assessment involves a review of your test results and a discussion about any lingering symptoms or concerns.

Follow-Up Care: Depending on the results of your baseline concussion test, we may recommend follow-up care, such as further testing or treatment, to address any areas of concern.

Overall, the baseline concussion testing process is designed to provide a comprehensive assessment of your brain function and help healthcare practitioners make safer return-to-play decisions.

How to Save Yourself from a Concussion

  • Wear appropriate protective gear: When participating in contact sports or other activities that carry a risk of head injury, it’s important to wear appropriate protective gear such as helmets or headguards.
  • Follow safety guidelines: Be sure to follow any safety guidelines or rules for the activity or sport you are participating in. For example, always use proper technique when tackling in football or rugby.
  • Take breaks: If you participate in activities that require repetitive head movements, such as heading a soccer ball, be sure to take breaks to reduce the risk of injury.
  • Make your environment safer: In the home, be sure to secure loose rugs or other tripping hazards that could lead to falls. In the car, always wear a seatbelt and make sure children are properly secured in appropriate car seats or booster seats.
  • Avoid risky behaviors: Certain behaviors, such as drinking and driving or engaging in high-risk activities without appropriate safety measures, can increase the risk of head injury.

By taking appropriate precautions and following safety guidelines, many head injuries can be prevented or minimized. If you do suffer from a concussion it is important to seek out a trained healthcare provider as soon as possible.

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Can a patient or athlete receive treatment if they have not completed a multimodal baseline test?

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