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The NCCP has the only clinic in the region offering comprehensive baseline and post-injury services for individuals ages 5 years and older.
Our assessments are validated and reliable, which means they are scientifically shown to help in the diagnosis and monitoring of a concussion, and are conducted by our staff trained specifically in concussion management. We offer baseline testing at Humboldt State University but also at a variety of locations throughout Humboldt and Del Norte Counties.
Baseline Assessment
For optimal concussion management, baseline tests offer an individualized reference evaluation of brain function when assessing and tracking concussion recovery. The NCCP primarily uses the computerized neurocognitive ImPACT Test to establish accurate baselines.
The testing will take approximately 45 minutes to complete.
Baseline Testing is beneficial because it provides a useful comparison against post-concussion abilities and brain function. With this knowledge, medical providers can create personalized plans for efficient recovery and return to play since coaches, athletes, parents and trainers will know goals of recovery.
If an athlete who had previous baseline testing suffers a concussion, we can use this data to measure the complexity of the injury, brain systems affected, and a safe time to return to the sport.
The Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Test (ImPACT) is a computerized neurocognitive test used in sports concussion assessment and management for individuals age 12 and older. For children age 5-11 years old ImPACT Pediatric is used. ImPACT is the most widely used computerized neurocognitive test to help evaluate and manage concussions. ImPACT is used by more than 7,400 high schools, 1,000 colleges and universities, 900 clinical centers, 475 Credentialed ImPACT Consultants, 200 professional teams, and select military units, expressly so medical clinicians, and other qualified healthcare providers, can better manage a concussion injury.
Although having a Baseline ImPACT test can greatly help in the assessment of a concussion injury, it is not required in order to use ImPACT following a suspected concussion injury. The personnel at the NCCP are specifically trained in the administration and interpretation of the ImPACT test. Following either baseline or post injury test, a member of our NCCP teams can review an ImPACT test and provide an interpretation that may be valuable in the understanding of the test results and in the management of the concussed athlete.
High school students & Humboldt club sport athletes: NCCP coordinates group testing/education dates to ensure that all athletes are tested prior to their first competition of the season. Please check with your coach or athletic director for the specific date and time. If, however, you cannot make it to a scheduled test date for any reason, you may schedule an appointment at Humboldt.
Please call or email us to set up an appointment as needed.
Office: (707)826-4540 | Email: nccp@humboldt.edu
Post-Injury Assessments
If there is a suspected concussion, schedule a post-injury appointment (baseline not required).
We work with health care providers, using consensus best practices for injury management during recovery. Post-injury assessments are used to monitor cognition, balance, and motor skills.
The Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Test (ImPACT) is a computerized neurocognitive test used in sports concussion assessment and management for individuals age 12 and older. For children age 5-11 years old ImPACT Pediatric is used. ImPACT is the most widely used computerized neurocognitive test to help evaluate and manage concussions. ImPACT is used by more than 7,400 high schools, 1,000 colleges and universities, 900 clinical centers, 475 Credentialed ImPACT Consultants, 200 professional teams, and select military units, expressly so medical clinicians, and other qualified healthcare providers, can better manage a concussion injury.
Although having a Baseline ImPACT test can greatly help in the assessment of a concussion injury, it is not required in order to use ImPACT following a suspected concussion injury. The personnel at the NCCP are specifically trained in the administration and interpretation of the ImPACT test. Following either baseline or post injury test, a member of our NCCP teams can review an ImPACT test and provide an interpretation that may be valuable in the understanding of the test results and in the management of the concussed athlete.
NCCP coordinates post-injury assessments at HSU. Please call our office at (707) 826-4540 or email nccp@humboldt.edu for more information.