UGA Concussion Research Laboratory
Our Mission and Vision
The mission of the UGA Concussion Research Laboratory is to improve concussion management by conducting novel and innovative research, providing cutting-edge patient care, and engaging the University of Georgia student body and local community through outreach and education programs.
The vision of the UGA Concussion Research Laboratory is to become a national leader in clinically based concussion research, recognized for exceptional patient care, community education and involvement, and the development of students who will become future leaders in the field of Sports Medicine.
Current Projects
Our lab has been a part of large, multi-center studies and has received funding from various sources which include the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Department of Defense (DoD), National Football League (NFL), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and more.
Other current projects include:
- Youth football head impact biomechanics
- Driving habits, perceptions, and performance following concussion
- Reaction time and movement deficits after concussion
- Relationship between concussion and musculoskeletal injuries
- Factors influencing concussion recovery in college-aged individuals
- Reliability and validity of novel concussion assessment tools on the market
Meet Our Team
Collaborators
Equipment
The laboratories are equipped with multiple computers and iPads, which allow for a variety of computerized concussion assessments.
The laboratories are also equipped with:
- Eye movement tracking technology
- Mobile center of pressure measurement devices
- Two Driving Simulators
- A Multi-Cervical Unit to capture neck strength and range of motion
- Head-impact biomechanics sensors
- Multiple clinical concussion assessment tools
Services
The UGA Concussion Research Center conducts clinical concussion evaluations for athletes, UGA students, and community members. These evaluations are designed to help you and your healthcare provider understand how your concussion is affecting you. By better understanding specific effects from your concussion, your healthcare provider is able to tailor management to your needs.
If you are interested in an evaluation, please contact us via email at UGAconcussion@uga.edu .
