Knowing how your brain functions gives you a competitive edge in your performance & recovery.

Brain Health Baseline

At the Kutcher Clinic we understand that each concussion, and each patient, requires an individualized approach. We believe in using a unique and comprehensive baseline assessment that allow us to provide a comprehensive view of your neurological performance giving you a competitive edge in your performance and recovery.

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What is Brain Health Baseline?

Brain Health Baseline is a generic term for the evaluation of brain function when an athlete is healthy and uninjured. Results from the baseline test can be used for comparison by a health care professional if an athlete has a suspected concussion, serving as an important tool for the qualified healthcare provider. Brain Health Baseline is not used to diagnose concussion.

 

An annual Brain Health Baseline is the best way to monitor your brain health and prepare for the season. Completing a proper brain health evaluation allows for a more effective diagnosis and return-to-play process. 

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​​​A proper baseline test should include a personal and family neurological history, with particular focus on any active issues. It is important to note any neurological conditions that may influence concussion recovery, such as ADHD, depression, anxiety or migraine headache.​​

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Not all baseline evaluations are created equal.

It is important to consider who will treat an athlete in the event that a concussion is suspected and what information will be the most useful to that healthcare provider.

 

Unlike typical “baseline tests,” the information gathered in a Brain Health Baseline Test at the Kutcher Clinic is useful to any healthcare provider caring for a concussed athlete, without the burden of additional training or certification.

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How often should an athlete have a baseline evaluation?

The Kutcher Clinic recommends that Brain Health Baseline Testing be completed annually in order to help monitor for long-term changes in brain function, review the previous sports season, and plan for the future.  

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