Athletes-Brain Baseline Picture

What is the Brain Baseline Picture?

The Brain Baseline Picture (BBP) is the eeg collected for an athlete prior to head trauma or concussion. Rather than do cognitive testing and from that wonder what condition the brain is in, the BBP is designed to take a REAL TIME look at Brain Functioning through the eeg. The baseline is kept and used to compare with the eeg collected after concussion. The comparison report is prepared by a neurologist and brain physiologist. This information will help you and your child make the decision on the risks of returning to play.

What does this cost?

The cost for the baseline collection is $99. Cost of the re-administration with the report from a Board Certified Neurologist is $750.00. The turn around of this report is guaranteed to be no more than 14 days after collection. If we do not meet that deadline there is no cost to you for the re-assessment and report.

Will this test alone tell me when and if I should return to play?

No one test should be used to make that important decision. You will take the neurologists report as well as all other information including current symptoms and if available cognitive testing to determine if going back now is suggested.

How long does it take to get the baseline?

It takes from 20-35 minutes to collect the data. You are then given a disk with the data to keep for later comparison.

How do I book an appointment?

You can make an appointment by calling any of our offices and asking for a BBP appointment, or click on the book an appointment function located at this website.

You can also fill in Brain Baseline Picture Intake Form