Altered white matter diffusivity and subtle motor function in a pilot cohort of adolescents with sports-related concussion.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objective

Adolescents with sports-related concussion (SRC) demonstrate acute and persistent deficits in subtle motor function. However, there is limited research examining related neurological underpinnings. This pilot study examined changes in motor-associated white matter pathways using diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) and their relationship with subtle motor function.

Methods

Twelve adolescents with SRC (12-17 years) within two-weeks post-injury and 13 never-injured neurotypical peers completed DTI scanning. A subset of 6 adolescents with SRC returned for a follow-up visit post-medical clearance from concussion. Subtle motor function was evaluated using the Physical and Neurological Examination of Subtle Signs (PANESS).

Results

Adolescents with SRC sho

SUBMITTER: Crasta JE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9133076 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature