Concussion Policy
A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury or (TBI), “that changes how the cells in the brain normally work. A concussion is caused by a blow to the head or body that causes the brain to move rapidly inside the skull. Even a “ding,” “getting your bell rung,” or what seems to be a mild bump or blow to the head can be serious. Concussions can also result from a fall or from players colliding with each other or with obstacles, such as a goalpost” (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2009).
Concussion signs (what the athlete looks like):
Concussion signs (what the athlete looks like): ![]()
Concussion signs (what the athlete looks like):
- Confusion / disorientation / irritability
- Act silly / combative / aggressive
- Trouble resting / getting comfortable
- Repeatedly ask same questions
- Lack of concentration
- Dazed appearance
- Slow response / drowsiness
- Restless / irritable • Incoherent / slurred speech
- Constant attempts to return to play
- Slow / clumsy movements
- Constant motion
- Loss of consciousness
- Disproportionate / inappropriate reactions
- Amnesia / memory problems
- Balance problems
concussion duration
concussion duration![]()
concussion duration
Currently, it is impossible to accurately predict how long concussions will last. There must be full recovery before someone is allowed to return to participation. Connecticut Law now requires that no athlete may resume participation until they have received written medical clearance from a licensed health care professional (Physician, Physician Assistant, Advanced practice Registered Nurse, Athletic Trainer) trained in the evaluation and management of concussions.
CONUSSION SYMPTOMS (what the athlete reports
CONUSSION SYMPTOMS (what the athlete reports![]()
CONUSSION SYMPTOMS (what the athlete reports
- Headache or dizziness
- Over sensitivity to sound / light / touch
- Nausea or vomiting
- Ringing in ears
- Blurred or double vision
- Feeling foggy or groggy
links
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links
- CONCUSSION AND HEAD INJURY CERTIFICATIONS: http://www.ctcoachinged.org/concussionpage.html
- Concussion Return to Play: https://hanoverathletics.com/main/adnews/ID/48292144
The return to play policy is in place to help introduce activities to an athlete that has sustained a head injury. The return to play is broken down into 6 sections. The return to play policy is designed for one section per day. In the event that symptoms return during the return to play progression, the athlete should stop activity that day. If the athlete’s symptoms are gone the next day, s/he may resume the RTP progression at the last step completed in which no symptoms were present. If symptoms return and don’t resolve, the athlete should be referred back to their medical provider. If cleared through day 5 and no symptoms arise, "Day 6" is return to full participation with no restrictions.
Though an athlete may be medically cleared through the Athletic Trainer, the coach reserves the right to determine playing time upon return to participation.
