A brief, simple number naming test known as the King-Devick (K-D), can differentiate between cognitively healthy elderly individuals and cognitively impaired people with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), including those with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and AD dementia. The study appears online in the journal Alzheimer Disease and Associated Disorders, and was conducted by researchers at the Alzheimer’s Disease Center (BU ADC), with collaborators from Harvard Medical School and New York University School of Medicine.
- Jul 7 2016
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Study Shows Effectiveness of Brief, Simple Test to Screen for Cognitive Impairment in AD
- July 7 2016
Alzheimer's Disease, Boston University School of Medicine, King-Devick Test, News, Press
- Jul 5 2016
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King-Devick Test helps screen for cognitive impairment in Alzheimer's Disease
For the first time, researchers have determined that a brief, simple number naming test can differentiate between cognitively healthy elderly individuals and cognitively impaired people with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), including those with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), as well as those with AD dementia. The study appears online in the journal Alzheimer’s Disease and Associated Disorders, and was conducted by researchers at Boston University Alzheimer’s Disease Center (BU ADC), with collaborators from Harvard Medical School and New York University School of Medicine.
- Jun 26 2016
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Steve Devick receives first ever CLF innovation award
In a star-studded event, Steve Devick, CEO and Founder of the King-Devick Test was awarded the innovation award for his sideline concussion screening test. Taking place in the University Club in Chicago, IL, the event was hosted by CBS News Chicago anchor Rob Johnson and former Chicago Bear superstar, Gary Fencik.
- Jun 24 2016
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There aren’t many rooms CFL commissioner Jeffrey Orridge walks into where he is not one of the smartest people in it.
- Jun 15 2016
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Third time local entrepreneur has been recognized for his groundbreaking work in last eight months
CHICAGO, IL (June 15, 2016) – The Concussion Legacy Foundation (CLF) will honor Steve Devick, CEO and inventor of King-Devick Test in association with Mayo Clinic (K-D Test), and producer of the award-winning documentary Head Games: The Global Concussion Crisis, for his notable contributions to concussion awareness at its annual Chicago Awards to be held Thursday, June 23rd at the University Club of Chicago. The Concussion Legacy Foundation (formerly the Sports Legacy Institute) is dedicated to advancing the study, treatment and prevention of the effects of brain trauma in athletes and other at-risk groups. Former Chicago Bear and member of the Super Bowl Championship ’85 team Gary Fencik will co-host the event.
- Jun 12 2016
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Dr. Steve Devick joined Kevin this week to talk about concussions, his King-Devick Test, and much more. Listen to the full interview here.
- May 15 2016
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DOWNERS GROVE, IL (May 15, 2016) – Joga Bonito Soccer, an elite youth soccer club based in Downers Grove, IL, has partnered with King-Devick Test in association with Mayo Clinic (K-D Test) to provide concussion screening for all team players beginning with the fall 2016 season.
- Apr 28 2016
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New Canadian Football League player health and safety measures for 2016 season
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“Our research last year, conducted in concert with the National Football League, showed promising results and that has led the medical staffs from our clubs to conclude that the K-D test is a viable tool and worth implementing across the CFL,” said Kevin McDonald, Vice-President of Football Operations and Player Safety for the CFL.
- Mar 18 2016
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EyeTech partnered with the makers of the K-D test this year, enabling clinicians to monitor and measure an athlete's eye movement while taking the test.
- Jan 17 2016
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“After the series, I got out, looked at the scoreboard and it was kind of blurry,” Decius said. “I started to feel a headache.” Student athletic trainers noticed Decius acting confused as he took a breather. They told trainer Rheisa Burke, who gave Decius a quick head trauma evaluation on her iPad called the King-Devick test.