In this episode of HEADCHECK Health Talks, host Eric VanderHelm sits down with research fellow Sophie Prosser from the University of Birmingham to discuss biomarker variability following concussion.

We talk with Sophie about her latest study on NfL and GFAP biomarkers in university athletes post-concussion and how these proteins could shape future return-to-play decisions. Additionally, Sophie discusses the role of HEADCHECK in her work, and how the MoveWell Clinic is changing the game in concussion care.

Timestamps:

0:31 - Intro to Sophie and her research

3:05 - What are NfL and GFAP proteins?

5:32 - What do the study results tell us about concussion recovery?

13:18 - How close are we to being able to supplement sideline tests with objective data?

16:21 - How can considering different factors such as m ...