CONCUSSION AWARENESS & MANAGEMENT

BE SMART!
WHEN IN DOUBT – SIT THEM OUT!

CONCUSSION: Signs & Symptoms

CONCUSSION: Management & Rehabilitation

An athlete should never return to play while symptomatic.
When a player shows ANY SYMPTOMS or SIGNS of a concussion…

✘  The player should not be allowed to return to play in the current game or practice.

✘  The player should not be left alone; regular monitoring for deterioration is essential.

✔  The player should be medically evaluated.


CONCUSSION: Guidelines for Coaches, Players, Parents & Officials

CONCUSSION: Follow These 6 Steps Before Returning to Play

  1. No activity, complete rest. Once asymptomatic, proceed to step two
  2. Light aerobic exercise such as walking or stationary cycling
  3. Sport-specific training (e.g. running in football, skating in hockey)
  4. Non-contact training drills
  5. Full-contact training after medical clearance
  6. Game play