Academic/University Program

Office for Sport Concussion Research

📍 Fayetteville, Arkansas · ✓ Listing verified 2026-07-11

About

Established at the University of Arkansas in 2014, the Office for Sport Concussion Research works to improve the standard of care for athletes with sport-related concussion through education, community outreach, and clinical research. Directed by R.J. Elbin, Ph.D., the office runs field-based programs with Northwest Arkansas high schools and youth sports leagues and partners with groups such as the Arkansas Activities Association, UAMS, and Arkansas Children's. It also maintains a research collaboration with the Inova Sports Medicine Concussion Program, so its emphasis is on research and outreach for athletes rather than direct clinical treatment.

Services

Multidisciplinary ConcussionReturn to Play/Learn

Clinical focus areas

Sports ConcussionConcussionBaseline TestingReturn to Play

Details

Provider typeAcademic/University Program
SpecialtySport Concussion Research and Outreach
ServesAthletes/Sports, Adult

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Researcher (PhD)

R.J. Elbin PhD

Office for Sport Concussion Research

📍 Fayetteville

Vestibular/BalanceNeuropsychology/CognitiveMultidisciplinary Concussion

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