Concussion Protocol
GYFCP is concerned with the safety of our athletes and takes concussions very seriously. Current recommendations are for a stepwise return to play program. In order to resume activity, the athlete must be symptom free and off any pain control or headache medications. The athlete should be carrying a full academic load without any significant accommodations. Finally, the athlete must have clearance from an appropriate health care provider.
The program allows for a gradual increase in heart rate/physical exertion, coordination, and then allows contact. If symptoms return, the athlete should stop activity and notify their healthcare provider before progressing to the next level.
- STEP ONE: About 15 minutes of light exercise: stationary biking or jogging
- STEP TWO: More strenuous running and sprinting in the gym or field without equipment
- STEP THREE: Begin non-contact drills in full uniform. May also resume weight lifting/Begin practice with no stunting or tumbling
- STEP FOUR: Full practice with contact/Full practice with stunting and tumbling
- STEP FIVE: Full game/performance clearance
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