No Seasonal Changes in Cognitive Functioning Among High School Football Athletes: Implementation of a Novel Electrophysiological Measure and Standard Clinical Measures
Objective: To evaluate neuroelectric and cognitive function relative to a season of football participation. Cognitive and neuroelectric function declines are hypothesized to be present in football athletes. Design: Observational. Setting: Athletic fields and research laboratory. Patients […]
The Effects of the Removal of Electronic Devices for 48 hours on Sleep in Elite Judo Athletes
Objective: This study examined the effects of the removal of electronic devices (i.e., smartphones, etc.) for 48 hours on sleep quality and next-day athletic and cognitive performance in elite Judo athletes. Participants: Over 6 days and […]
Exploring the reliability and acceptability of cognitive tests for Indigenous Australians: a pilot study
Background: Reliable cognitive assessment for Indigenous Australians is difficult given that mainstream tests typically rely on Western concepts, content and values. A test’s psychometric properties should therefore be assessed prior to use in other cultures. The […]
Computerized vs. Paper-Pencil Assessment of Cognitive Change following Acute Ischemic Stroke
Importance: Cognitive impairment is common among patients with stroke and early recognition can optimize patient care. Objective: To determine the validity of computerized cognitive testing in an adult population with acute ischemic stroke. Design: Validation study […]
Cognitive evolution in natalizumab-treated multiple sclerosis patients
Background: Cognitive dysfunction affects up to 65% of multiple sclerosis (MS) patients and progresses over time. Natalizumab has been shown to be superior to placebo in preserving cognition for the first two years of therapy. Objectives: […]
