1. Concussion: An introduction for all members of the sport community
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Concussion: An introduction for all members of the sport community
Presented by:
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2. Target Audience
This presentation is intended for all sport stakeholders including:
Athletes
Parents
Coaches
Officials
Administrators
Board members
Volunteers
Trainers
Medical/healthcare
Program managers
Teachers
Researchers

3. Purpose
The purpose of this presentation is to provide general concussion education to all members of the sport community.

6. We will address: What is a concussion? What causes a concussion?
When should I suspect a concussion or more serious head injury?
What are the symptoms of a concussion?
What are the visual signs of a concussion?
What are the signs and symptoms of a more severe head or spine injury?
What should I do if I suspect a more serious brain or spine injury?

7. We will address: What should I do if I suspect a concussion?
When can the athlete return to school and sport?
How long will it take for an athlete to recover?
How can I help prevent a concussion?
How can I learn more about concussions?
Where can I get the Medical Assessment and Medical Clearance Letters?
Should a youth athlete undergo baseline testing?

8. What is a concussion?
A concussion is a brain injury that can’t be seen on X-rays, CT or MRI scans.
It affects the way an athlete thinks, and can cause a variety of symptoms.

43. How can I help prevent concussion and its consequences?
To learn more about concussion prevention in your sport, please visit your National Sport Organization website.
E.g., Hockey Canada: ca/hockey-programs/safety/concussions

44. How can I learn more about concussions?

45. How can I learn more about concussions?
Download and annually review the Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport Pre-season Education Sheet:

46. How can I learn more about concussions?
Download Parachute’s free Concussion Ed App:

47. Where can I get the Medical Assessment and Clearance Letters?
You can download the Medical Assessment and Medical Clearance Letters from the Parachute website:

53. Should a youth athlete undergo baseline testing?
To learn more about baseline testing please review Parachute’s Statement on Concussion Baseline Testing in Canada:

55. Questions?
Questions?

56. Questions?
Thank you