It’s better to miss one game than the whole season.
If you think your athlete has sustained a concussion… take him/her out of play, and seek the advice of a health care professional experienced in evaluating for concussion.
• A concussion is a brain injury.
• All concussions are serious.
• Concussions can occur without loss of consciousness.
• Concussions can occur in any sport.
• Recognition and proper management of concussions when they first occur can help prevent further injury or even death.
SIGNS OBSERVED BY COACHING STAFF SYMPTOMS REPORTED BY ATHLETE
• Appears dazed or stunned
• Headache or "pressure" in head
• Is confused about assignment
• Nausea or vomiting or position
• Balance problems or dizziness
• Forgets sports plays
• Double or blurry vision
• Is unsure of game, score, or opponent
• Sensitivity to light
• Moves clumsily
• Sensitivity to noise
• Answers questions slowly
• Feeling sluggish, hazy, foggy,
• Loses consciousness (even briefly) or groggy
• Shows behavior or personality
• Concentration or memory problems changes
• Can’t recall events prior to hit or fall
• Does not "feel right"
• Can’t recall events after hit or fall