Abstract:Tandem gait is becoming a widely used sideline tool to evaluate dynamic postural control following sport-related concussion (SRC). Little to no research has evaluated tandem gait center of pressure (COP) following SRC compared to the traditional temporal characteristics. PURPOSE: Compare the differences from baseline to acute SRC post-injury using temporal and COP metrics in tandem gait. METHODS: 8 NCAA Division 1 athletes (age=20±1 years) performed tandem gait prior to their competitive season (PRE) and withi… Show more
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