Concussions are serious brain injuries — and they require more than rest to manage properly. At Neurology Center NY, our National Concussion Assessment Athlete (NCAA) Program offers comprehensive concussion evaluation and management services designed for athletes of all ages and skill levels.
Whether you’re a high school player, a collegiate competitor, or a weekend recreational athlete, our neurologists provide the expert assessment, individualized care, and structured recovery planning you need to heal fully and return to sport with confidence.
Program Services
Baseline Concussion Assessments
Before the season begins, we establish a personalized cognitive and neurological baseline for each athlete. This pre-injury benchmark is essential for accurately measuring the impact of any future concussion and determining when full recovery has been achieved.
Post-Injury Concussion Evaluation
Following a suspected concussion event, a prompt and thorough neurological evaluation is critical. Our team performs a comprehensive clinical assessment — including cognitive testing, balance evaluation, and symptom review — to confirm the diagnosis and determine the appropriate course of care.
Symptom Monitoring & Recovery Tracking
Concussion recovery is not linear. We provide structured follow-up appointments to monitor your symptoms over time, identify any complications early, and adjust your recovery plan as needed. No two athletes heal on the same timeline — and we track yours closely.
Return-to-Play Recommendations
Returning to sport too soon after a concussion significantly increases the risk of re-injury and long-term neurological damage. Our physicians follow evidence-based, staged return-to-play protocols to ensure athletes resume athletic activity only when it is truly safe to do so.
Academic & Activity Accommodation Support
Concussion affects more than the game — it affects school, work, and daily life. We provide documentation and communication support for school administrators, coaches, and team staff to help ensure appropriate accommodations during the recovery period.
Our Approach
Recovery from a concussion is not one-size-fits-all. Symptoms, timelines, and outcomes vary by individual — influenced by age, prior injury history, sport, and overall health. At Neurology Center NY, we take a personalized, neurologist-led approach to every case.
Our goal is to restore your cognitive function, protect your long-term brain health, and help you return to academics, sports, and daily life as safely and quickly as possible — with a clear plan at every step.
Who Is This Program For?
- High school and college athletes — any sport, any position
- Youth athletes — ages 10 and up
- Recreational and amateur athletes returning after a head injury
- Teams and organizations looking to establish pre-season baseline testing for their athletes
- Parents concerned about a recent head injury in their child
Is your athlete due for a baseline assessment — or have they recently sustained a head injury? Don’t wait. Contact Neurology Center NY to schedule a concussion evaluation today. Call (718) 758-5777 or book online.