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The sensory-motor auditory visual education (SAVE) program for adults with prior concussions: a prospective case
Emily D Drake1, Angela S Seckington1, Stephanie G B Sullivan1
1Life University, Dr. Sid E Williams Center for Chiropractic Research, Marietta, GA, USA.
Integrative Medicine Research
|April 18, 2020
Summary
The Sensory-Motor Auditory Visual Education (SAVE) Program shows promise for improving symptoms and cognitive function in individuals with post-concussion syndrome. Further research is needed to confirm these preliminary findings.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Cognitive Psychology
Background:
- The Sensory-Motor Auditory Visual Education (SAVE) Program employs accelerated multisensory integration to enhance neuroplasticity.
- This study investigated the SAVE Program's efficacy for individuals experiencing residual symptoms after a concussion.
Observation:
- A 5-day intervention involved two daily 1-hour sessions.
- Participants completed assessments including symptom questionnaires, postural stability, auditory detection, peripheral vision, and cognitive tests.
Findings:
- Significant improvements were observed in reported symptoms, color recognition in peripheral vision, and auditory detection.
- Cognitive enhancements were noted in planning and working memory, though episodic memory and reaction time showed no improvement.
- Balance assessment results were varied.
Implications:
- The SAVE Program may offer a beneficial therapeutic approach for managing persistent post-concussion symptoms.
- The findings suggest potential for the SAVE Program to aid in concussion recovery and neurorehabilitation.
- Further rigorous research is warranted to validate these preliminary results from a case series.
