Brain Injury Concussion in Children

Safety in team sports is a priority for coaches and athletic trainers. Wanting to stay in the game, student athletes may ignore early signs and symptoms of concussion, illness or injury. While players may observe changes or warning signs in teammates, they may not report this out of loyalty to teammates. The Player’s Contract with the Team Poster is a tool for coaches and athletic staff to make student athletes aware of guidelines for their safety and well-being as well as that of their teammates.

Produced as 14” x 20” posters, they are designed for posting in locker rooms, athletic offices, and team areas. Five guidelines for safe playing are listed with instructions for players to sign their names indicating their acceptance and commitment to safety.

Information on concussion in children helps parents, coaches, athletic staff, school nurses and educators recognize the early and late signs and symptoms of concussion in children. It explains how the severity of a concussion or mild brain injury is measured and addresses the child’s question of “When can I play again?” Guidelines are included for accommodations when the student returns to school.

An educational plan under Section 504 can support a student with a brain injury in school. This tip card helps parents, educators and therapists identify accommodations in school to support and assist a student with an acquired brain injury (TBI). It explains how Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act applies for a student or child with a brain injury in school and how eligibility is determined.