San Antonio, Texas, February 28, 2024 – The Green Beret Foundation, in partnership with the
iCare Concussion Group, is proud to unveil a groundbreaking initiative to transform concussion
care. This innovative project showcases the effectiveness of the iCare concussion assessment,
treatment, and management protocol, developed over a decade to address Traumatic Brain Injury
(TBI), persistent post-concussion syndrome (PCS), and Operational Stress Injury (OSI)

“The goal of this project is to aid military personnel who are suffering the debilitating effects of
PTSD and persistent post-concussion syndrome,” says Dr. Berge, Chief Clinical Officer of iCare.
“The iCare protocol was developed by a group of Doctors specializing in different areas of
medicine. The group collaborated over the years to develop the protocol that marries science,
technology, and real-life experiences, designed to help patients reach their maximum
rehabilitative potential in the fastest, most efficient manner.

Dr. Berge emphasizes, “This project is an important step towards demonstrating the efficacy of a
new and novel approach to dealing with PTSD and persistent post-concussion syndrome. This
project will give Green Berets and their families, who are suffering the debilitating effects of PTSD
and persistent post-concussion symptoms, hope. Hope is the gift you give as quickly as possible
to carry the patient through whatever is appropriately needed to bring them to a place of stability.
This is our chance as medical practitioners to give back to those who give us everything.”

Ten Green Berets will undergo treatment for post-concussion syndrome under the supervision of
iCare, supported by leading medical professionals and researchers from Canada and the United
States. With over 100 years of collective experience, our team will evaluate treatment regimens
and monitor patient progress. This collaboration marks the first comprehensive examination of
multi-disciplinary interventions in PCS cases.

We’ve established a Private Social Network (PSN) exclusively for project participants and their
families to provide unparalleled support. The research underscores the importance of a robust
support system for individuals with TBI, PCS, or OSI. Through the PSN, patients and their loved
ones can connect with others facing similar challenges, fostering a supportive community
throughout the project.

This initiative addresses a critical need in concussion care. While individual medical specialties
have shown efficacy in treating specific symptoms, there’s a shortage of research on the optimal
sequencing of treatments for PCS. Our findings will benefit healthcare professionals, patients,
insurance companies, and medical-legal professionals, potentially saving countless lives amidst
the elevated suicide rate among PCS patients.

The Green Beret Foundation’s President and CEO, Charlie Iacono, states, “This initiative
exemplifies the Green Beret Foundation’s holistic approach to supporting the well-being of our
service members. By revolutionizing concussion care with the iCare Concussion Group, we
prioritize all Green Berets’ comprehensive health – physical, mental, and emotional. Through
collaborative research, innovative treatment, and dedicated support networks, we stand
committed to advancing the long-term health and resilience of US Army Special Forces soldiers”

For those looking to support the Green Beret Foundation & iCare Concussion Group Initiative,
please visit the donation page.

About iCare

iCare is a concussion management company that focuses on helping alleviate the life-altering
effects of persistent post-concussion syndrome (PCS), mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and
Operational Stress Injury (OSI – formerly known as PTSD). Patients participate in a specific
assessment process designed to catalog symptoms and areas of the brain that have been
affected. This assessment process not only identifies problem areas, but also rules out areas
that are not of concern and do not need to be addressed. This allows for a more efficient and
effective treatment plan. The treatment plan is customized specifically for the patient and most
importantly, the iCare protocol properly sequences the order in which treatment is to be applied,
again, allowing for a more efficient and productive recuperation. For more information, please
visit www.icarecg.com

About Green Beret Foundation

The Green Beret Foundation (GBF) provides all generations of U.S. Army Special Forces Soldiers
and their families with emergency, immediate, and ongoing support. Since its inception in 2009,
GBF has assisted over 20,000 Special Forces families and invested 86%, or 86 cents of every
dollar, into its programs and services, totaling over $21 million that has directly supported the
Regiment and its families. As a committed nonprofit organization, GBF has earned the prestigious
4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator, a testament to its dedication and efficacy in supporting
Green Berets and their families. GBF is the sole special operations nonprofit accredited by the
Department of Veterans Affairs for the purpose of preparing, filing, and appealing of disability
claims. Please visit the Green Beret Foundation’s website for more information:
https://greenberetfoundation.org.

Media Contact

Jenna Angues | Director of Communications and Marketing | jenna@greenberetfoundation.org