What Role Do They Have?

Neurocognitive testing should be part of a comprehensive concussion management program and evaluation of any individual.
Where there is any doubt about the usefulness of any of these simplified office-based tests, referral should be considered to a neuropsychologist.

• May be a part of a comprehensive concussion management program
• May help identify the ‘not so forthcoming’ athlete
• For more concrete and specific neurocognitive evaluation, especially when considering significant or prolonged school adjustments ? involve neuropsychologist for more formal testing