Assessing Executive Function Through Eye Movements in Concussed Individuals

When a concussion occurs individuals can also experience several different subtle changes to eye movements and performance that is difficult to recognize. To understand how these eye-movement problems affect the recovery process the goal of the study is to investigate if these eye-movement problems are a result of executive functioning issues in the frontal lobe due to anatomical visual projections. Assessing how the eyes function in response to injury is imperative to further understanding symptoms of concussions and informing rehabilitation plans. By working in collaboration with HeadsupCAN, this type of research will reach the audience interested in learning more about concussions, work to inform, and advance the field.

Faculty Supervisor:

Maureen Connolly;Liana Brown

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Partner:

HeadsupCAN

Discipline:

Physics

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology

University:

Trent University

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