Why choose ImPACT?

• ImPACT is a sophisticated, well-researched neuropsychological instrument, developed to help assist clinicians evaluate recovery from concussion.

• The ImPACT test has been developed and researched worldwide by internationally esteemed neuropsychologists in the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Sports Concussion Program, USA, to facilitate optimal management of the concussive injury. 

• ImPACT is registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) for clinical use by registered psychologists in this country.

• ImPACT documents multiple aspects of neurocognitive functioning including memory, processing speed, reaction time, post-concussive symptoms and an injury documentation system.

• Performance on the ImPACT test is interpreted by an ImPACT credentialled registered psychologist using South African specific norms.

• Test interpretation and written or verbal feedback to the medical doctor attached to a school or organization, or an athlete’s private doctor on the neurocognitive profile and implications concerning recovery from the concussion, is made within 24 hours.

• ImPACT is available for Desktop or Online administration.

• By choosing the ImPACT programme, conducted via a doctor-psychologist professional partnership, you are abiding by the gold standard of international practice in the management of sports concussion.