Concussion in Sport

Written By Kristin Haigh

February 2025 - By Kristin Haigh

Concussion Consensus

The science of concussion continues to evolve. The Amsterdam Consensus that was developed by 5 international statements in 2022 developed through the Concussion Sports group is discussed below .....

Sport related concussion[SRC] at any level, i.e. recreational or elite, is a condition Physiotherapists and often Sports Doctors are asked to assess on -field and in the clinic following a concussion There are guidelines for the management on field and assessing at follow -up visits. The consensus developed is to ensure consistent and reasonable practice of the Health Care Provider.

Assessment involves Vestibular -Occular Motor screening

Symptoms, signs, balance, gait ,neurological and cognitive changes. This is optimally done within the first 72 hours and up to a week after the injury.

The 11 R’s of Sport Related Concussion, clinical concussion management and considerations:

  • Recognise

  • Reduce

  • Remove

  • Refer

  • Re-evaluate

  • Rest

  • Rehabilitate

  • Recover

  • Return to learn / Return to Sport

  • Reconsider

  • Residual Effects - (Retire?)

Sport - related concussion is a traumatic brain injury cause by a direct blow to the head, neck or body, where the force being transmitted to the brain that occurs in sports and exercise related activities.

If you have suffered a concussion book in to get a thorough assessment and examination from your Physiotherapist or Sports Medicine Doctor.

Kristin Haigh
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