Diagnostic post-concussion eye-tracking design

A concussion is a traumatic brain injury caused by a violent blow to the head or neck region that causes the brain to accelerate quickly into the inner walls of the skull. The injuries sustained from such a blow can alter brain function and result in a variety of symptoms including difficulty thinking clearly, fuzzy or blurry vision, extreme irritability, and/or balance and coordination issues. Current neurological exams used to diagnose concussions involve an assessment of the patient´s eye response to acute stimuli, in addition to concentration and memory exercises to test the functional ability of the brain. The methodology used to diagnose a concussion can be improved upon for better accuracy and a more clear diagnosis. The proposed change to the concussion diagnostic process involves the use of an eye-tracking apparatus to measure the severity of the injury through saccadic movements in the eyes.