Assessment of mild head trauma on postural stability in young athletes

ABSTRACT

This study aimed to examine the effects of MHI by an objective method and determine their usefulness in MHI assessments. Fifteen young athletes suffering from mild head trauma were included in this study. Postural stability assessments were measured through the use of sensory organization test [SOT]. It was revealed that the effect of MHI on postural stability persisted longer than one day post injury and balance deficits may be present in the absence of other post- concussion symptoms