Sway Balance:
Pros and Cons

Pros:

  • Reliable balance test for vestibular issues
  • Integrated balance, symptoms, and reaction time measure

Cons:

  • Body sway is not an established measurement for assessing concussions
  • Limited to balance and simple cognitive testing
  • Not designed as an exclusive device to manage concussions
  • Limited clinical research

What is Sway Balance?

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What is Sway Balance?


Sway Balance is a mobile balance app created by Sway Medical. This postural balance and reaction time test is used by clinicians to identify balance deficits.

What Alternatives are Available for Sway Balance?

In-depth neurocognitive assessment:

ImPACT is the gold standard for neurocognitive testing and concussion assessment.

  • Longest standing FDA-cleared for assessing concussions
  • Used by a global network of providers
  • Backed by over 600 peer-reviewed research studies

Brief Sideline assessment:

ImPACT Quick Test is an FDA-cleared, 5-minute sideline assessment tool administered on an iPad immediately following a suspected head injury - no internet connection needed. After administering ImPACT Quick Test, you have the option to perform Vestibular-Ocular Motor Screening (VOMS) or Balance Error Scoring System (BESS) evaluations. When used together, these tools can help you make objective removal from activity decisions while on the sidelines or at the point of care.

Before making any decisions, read through the Buyer’s Guide for 8 questions you should be asking before choosing a concussion assessment tool.