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What is Concussion?
Definition: Change in mental state (confusion) as a result of a trauma. May involve loss of consciousness
Typical Symptoms include:
What are the different types of concussion?
First Degree: Brief period of confusion, with no loss of consciousness. Symptoms are gone in under 15 minutes.
Second Degree: Loss of consciousness (however brief) or symptoms beyond 15 minutes.
What to do?
The Ontario Brain Injury Association, the Canadian Hockey Association, and the Hockey Development Centre of Ontario suggest these guidelines to help identify and care for concussion.
Concussion Management
Return to Play ... only begins after a physician has given the player clearance to return to activity. If any symptoms return, the player must be re-evaluated.
Step 1: No activity, complete rest. Proceed to step 2 when player has no symptoms and doctor's clearance.
Step 2: Light aerobic exercise such as walking or stationary cycling.
Step 3: Sport-specific training (e.g. skating in hockey)
Step 4: Non-contact training drills
Step 5: Full-contact training after physician?s clearance
Step 6: Game play
Remember, "When in doubt, sit them out!"