Concussions are among the most common sport-related injuries, yet diagnosing them accurately remains a challenge. Baseline neurocognitive testing is widely used to track changes after a concussion, but the most common test, ImPACT, has been shown to have poor reliability, leaving athletes at risk of returning to play too soon. This project evaluates the NIH Toolbox (NIHTB-CB), a promising alternative developed by experts to provide more reliable and valid measures of cognitive functioning. By testing its accuracy and consistency against current tools, researchers aim to improve how concussions are diagnosed and managed in athletes.

Findings from this study will help determine whether baseline testing can be a safe and effective part of concussion management. Results could shape future best practices, reduce risks to athletes, and guide policies to make concussion testing more accurate and accessible.