Brain Injury Basics
It is important to recognize that several definitions of brain injuries exist in current literature. The acquired brain injury definition is broader in scope ... continue reading
Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS)
Sometimes the symptoms of a concussion can linger beyond the initial 2–3-week recovery period. This may happen for a number of reasons, and it ... continue reading
Concussion Laws and Student Athletes
All 50 states and Washington, D.C., have youth concussion laws focused on letting young athletes heal. The specific laws vary from state to state. ... continue reading
Concussion Publications
Recognizing a concussion is not just one person’s responsibility. Each sport is a team sport, and each player needs to look after each other. ... continue reading
Questions Parents Should Ask
Summary of Questions Parents Should Ask of Youth Sports Organizations when considering having their Children Join, by Gerard Gioia. Ten Questions to Ask Youth ... continue reading
Child SCAT5 for Children Ages 5 – 12
This was developed through the 5th International Conference on Concussion in SportSummary of the Return to Learn Chart following Concussion, by Gerard Gioia. Child ... continue reading
Sports Concussion Assessment Tool version 5 (SCAT5)
This was developed through the 5th International Conference on Concussion in Sport. SCAT-5Download
Concussion Recognition Tool version 5 (CRT5)
This was developed through the 5th International Conference on Concussion in Sport. The-Concussion-Recognition-Tool-5-CRT5-Download
Concussion Education Plan & Guidelines for CT Schools
Consensus Statement on Concussion in Sport – the 5th International Conference on Concussion in Sport Held in Berlin, October 2016. Concussion Education Plan and ... continue reading
Concussion: A Guide for Parents
This booklet, adapted with permission from the Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey, was developed as a guide to help parents of children who ... continue reading