MSTEP: Concussion & Exercise Research Program
Researchers at Seattle Children's Hospital are testing a virtual exercise program aimed helping children and teens with persistent concussion symptoms feel better. Join our study today!
Study Snapshot
Ages 11-18
Concussion In Past Year And Not Feeling Better
Compensation Provided Up To $365
Weekly Video Coaching Calls for 6-weeks via Zoom
Can Do All Visits From Home
About Our Research Study
Still experiencing symptoms from a concussion injury?
The MSTEP (Mobile Subthreshold Exercise Program) is a virtual exercise program designed to help youth ages 11-18 feel better and get back to their usual activities after a concussion. MSTEP is completely virtual, so participants can join from anywhere!
Join our study! Compensation for participating teens and parents is provided.
Study Background
Still experiencing symptoms from a concussion injury?
The MSTEP (Mobile Subthreshold Exercise Program) is a virtual exercise program designed to help youth ages 11-18 feel better and get back to their usual activities after a concussion. MSTEP is completely virtual, so participants can join from anywhere!
Join our study! Compensation for participating teens and parents is provided.
Additional Information
You may qualify for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Key Criteria:
- 11-18 years old
- Experienced a concussion within the past year and still having symptoms
- Not cleared to play sports
If you decide to join this study, you will be placed into one of two exercise programs and meet with a health coach once a week for 6 weeks. The coach will guide you through the exercise program and make sure you are tolerating one level before advancing you to the next. You will also be asked to complete surveys at different points in time and wear a monitor on your hip to measure your activity. The entire study will last about 6 months.
