ArticleJournal of athletic training2018
An Examination of Adolescent Athletes and Nonathletes on Baseline Neuropsychological Test Scores.
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Abstract
contextAn estimated 15.3 million adolescent students are enrolled in US high schools, with approximately 7.8 million participating in athletics. Researchers have examined various demographics in high school athletes; however, athletic participation may play a larger role in test performance than previously thought. Currently, investigations of concussion assessment may rely on uninjured athletes as controls. However, due to the intense nature of athletics, this may not be an appropriate practice.
objectiveTo examine differences between athletes and nonathletes using a common computerized neuropsychological test.
designRetrospective cross-sectional study.
settingHigh schools from a school district in Columbus, Ohio. PATIENTS OR OTHER
participantsA total of 662 adolescent high school students (athletes: n = 383, female n = 18; nonathletes: n = 279, female n = 193). MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE(S): Participants were administered a computerized neuropsychological test battery (Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Test [ImPACT]) during baseline concussion assessment. Differences between groups were established for output composite scores.
resultsDifferences were found between athletes and nonathletes in composite reaction time ( F
conclusionsSymptom reporting and reaction time differed between high school athletes and nonathletes. Participation in extracurricular activities may lead to cognitive differences in adolescents that can influence performance on the Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Test battery. Researchers should account for these differences in baseline performance when making concussion diagnostic and management decisions.
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