INFORMEDTBI
Clinical trials in the diagnosis and management of concussions
Our Research
INFORMED will develop and implement new approaches to diagnosis, prevention of subsequent
injury, prevention and treatment of long-term persistent post-concussion symptoms. The diagnosis and management of concussion remains challenging, being reliant on self-reports and subjective measures of brain function.
INFORMED brings together an Australia-wide team of scientists and clinicians who are
internationally recognised as leaders in concussion research, management, and policy.
INFORMED-Virtual
A new telehealth program for assessment of people with potential concussions.
Aim: To conduct a randomised controlled trial of a concussion telehealth service to enhance processes of care through better access to a multidisciplinary team.
Status: Enrolling from across Victoria
Progress: 24 out of 500 participants enrolled
INFORMED-TA
A telehealth advice line for trainers in the Victorian Amateur Football Association and Australian Football League Queensland
Aim: To evaluate a novel telephone advice line for support personnel and players after head injury and suspected concussion.
Status: Enrolling from Victorian Amateur Football Association
Progress: 10 participants
iRecover
A 8-week multidisciplinary program for persistent post-concussion symptoms
Aim: To conduct a randomised controlled trial of intensive 12-week interdisciplinary treatment program to improve outcomes among players with persistent post-concussion symptoms.
Status: Enrolling from across Victoria
Progress: 13 out of 66 participants
INFORMED-BIO
Aims to develop new concussion testing through blood tests and MRIs
Aim: To undertake a longitudinal study of Australian football players with concussion and controls to understand how and when blood and MRI biomarkers can be used to detect and monitor post-concussion neuropathology.
Status: Enrolling from VAFA
Progress: 105 out of 225 participants