Safety & Disclaimers

A Message from BrainVault® - - The Seatbelt for SportsTM 

Important Safety Notice

At BrainVault, athlete wellness starts with education. Our goal is to help players, parents, and coaches better understand the importance of proper training, injury awareness, and the role neck strength may play in overall safety.

BrainVault 's patented jaw-positioning technology is engineered for athletes, combining purposeful design with an ongoing commitment to sports-safety research.


While our product is designed to support optimal jaw alignment leading to increased neck strength - factors that some research suggests may be associated with concussion risk - no product, including BrainVault, can prevent concussions or eliminate the risk of serious head or neck injuries. Contact sports inherently carry these risks, and it is essential that proper protocols are followed when a concussion is suspected.



Concussion Awareness & Athlete Safety

  • No device or protective equipment can eliminate the risk of concussion.

  • Concussions are a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) that require medical attention.

  • Never return an athlete to play until they have been cleared by a qualified healthcare professional.

  • Continuing to play with a suspected concussion can increase the risk of a second and more serious brain injury.



Recognizing a Possible Concussion

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), athletes may experience a wide range of signs and symptoms after a blow to the head or body.

Symptoms Reported by Athletes:

  • Headache or pressure in the head

  • Nausea or vomiting

  • Dizziness or vision problems

  • Light or noise sensitivity

  • Feeling foggy, sluggish, or groggy

  • Difficulty concentrating or remembering

  • Feeling “not right” or unusually emotional

Signs Observed by Others:

  • Appears dazed, confused, or disoriented

  • Forgets assignments, plays, or recent events

  • Moves clumsily or has trouble with balance

  • Answers questions slowly or incorrectly

  • Shows behavior or mood changes

  • Loss of consciousness (even briefly)

For a complete list of signs and symptoms, please visit the CDC Heads Up Concussion Guide.



If You Suspect a Concussion:

  • Remove the athlete from play immediately.

  • Refer the athlete to a healthcare professional trained in concussion management.

  • Do not return to play until full recovery and medical clearance have been obtained.

  • Follow your organizations or league’s return-to-play protocol.



BrainVault’s Position on Safety


BrainVault is committed to supporting athletes through performance-based innovation, not replacing the role of healthcare or protective oversight.


BrainVault Product Disclaimer


BrainVault is a multi-patented, interocclusal orthotic designed to support optimal jaw alignment which produces increased neck strength. In a published, peer-reviewed IRB-approved study conducted by an independent university, users gained an average of 7.99lbs of neck strength. (link to brainvault/science & technology page where our JCM study can be found)


While scientific literature suggests that increased neck strength may be associated with reduced concussion risk, BrainVault makes no claim to prevent, cure, or eliminate concussions or head trauma.


Always consult with medical professionals before beginning new training programs or sports activities.


Our technology is designed to:

  • Encourage proper jaw alignment and postural awareness

  • Support neck strength development through optimized oral positioning

  • Provide a performance-focused approach backed by independent research

BrainVault is not a medical device, and it is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any medical condition, including concussion. Use of the product is voluntary and at the user’s own risk. 


For detailed research references, please visit:
brainvault.com/safety-research (placeholder URL)



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BrainVault Care & Warranty



Disclaimer


Independent studies suggest that for every one-pound (1lb) increase neck strength there is a five-percent (5.0%) reduction in concussion risk (Neck strength: a protective factor reducing risk for concussion in high school sports). No device, including BRAINVAULT, can eliminate or prevent the possibility of head impacts, concussions or other injuries. 


By using BrainVault, the user accepts the risks associated with contact sports and acknowledges that the product is not a substitute for medical care or protective equipment.