Concussion

Simulation-based decision making in the NFL using NFLSimulatoR

In this paper, we introduce an R software package for simulating plays and drives using play-by-play data from the National Football League. The simulations are generated by sampling play-by-play data from previous football seasons. The sampling …

Reduced heart rate variability and lower cerebral blood flow associated with poor cognition during recovery following concussion

Although physiological deficits such as altered cerebral blood flow (CBF), and autonomic nervous system (ANS) dysregulation have been reported following a concussion, the relationship between CBF and ANS with functional outcome post-injury remains …

Balance Testing Following Concussion: Postural Sway versus Complexity Index

Although postural control deficits are common following a concussion, the current clinical assessments for postural control tend to resolve within 3 to 10 days after injury. There is a lack of sensitive tools to examine subtle changes in postural …