Actively Recruiting
Concussion Treatment in Older Adults
Led by University of Pittsburgh · Updated on 2026-03-05
50
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
146 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
The purpose of this study is to conduct the first randomized control trial for targeted treatments for concussion in adults 50 years or older. Participants will be enrolled at their first concussion clinical visit (V1) and their second study visit will occur after (up to 7 days) or concurrently with the participant's second concussion clinical visit, typically (but not limited to) between 21-31 days from V1.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Concussion Treatment in Older Adults
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- 50 years of age or older
- Diagnosed concussion within the last 4 days to 12 months
- Must be recruited at their initial concussion appointment
- Ability to read and write to complete study assessments and testing
You will not qualify if you...
- Diagnosed major psychiatric disorders other than depression or anxiety (e.g., schizophrenia)
- Diagnosed with moderate to severe brain injury or past brain surgery or malformations
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, 15203
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
A
Anthony Kontos, PhD
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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