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Biodex BioSway Perfect for clinicians and trainers on the go, this portable device is ideal for offsite visits, sideline analysis, health fairs, or for use between facilities. Monitor and compare objective test results to track progress; all while improving proprioception, motor control, and vestibular training. |
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Biodex Balance System SD takes the guesswork out of diagnosing concussion |
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Balance Testing for Concussion using Biodex Technology at Valir Physical Therapy, Oklahoma |
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Watching out for Head Injuries this Football Season |
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Tracking Concussions with Biodex BioSway |
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Biodex Balance System SD helps monitor kids’ concussions Some schools like Colchester High School conduct baseline concussion screening tests for each athlete at the beginning of the school year. Transitions Physical Therapy in Colchester, VT uses a test that includes a review of symptoms, neuro-cognitive processing and something called a neuro-physical balance assessment, using the Biodex Balance System SD. |
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American Academy of Pediatrics makes new recommendation about concussions |
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Berlin Physical Therapy Clinic Offers Free Concussion Testing |
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Presbyterian Sports Medicine and the Biodex Balance Assessment Program |
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Concerns Over Concussions With focus on the NFL and more emphasis on keeping athletes safe, there has been an increase in the number of concussions diagnosed. Springfield College Sports Medicine Department is addressing the rising concern of long-term effects of playing football and other collegiate sports by using the Biodex Balance System SD to more accurately measure an athlete’s recovery from a concussion as part of its plan to keep athletes healthy both on the field and after athletics. |
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Springfield College Uses the Balance System for Concussion Management |
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Concussions as featured on CNN 17-year old Max takes a hit to the head while playing high-school football. One week later he takes another hit; astonishingly he continues to play… until he collapses. Max suffered second impact syndrome – one concussion closely followed by a second concussion before the brain has time to heal. |
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Concussion Dangers for Young Athletes as featured on CNN A study has been released stating that young athletes suffering head injuries can risk death returning to action too soon. None of the protective gear worn by athletes can keep you completely safe – a second hit to the head can develop catastrophic swelling. Consider establishing unified standards, for example a sideline exam with a Biodex Balance device, so that it’s not the player’s decision and maybe not even the coaches decision to determine if the athlete should return to play. |
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Taylor Twellman Says He was 'Helpless' October 28, 2011, 4:00am
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