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The following table identifies what constitutes a “reportable” injury, who should report it and when...
New Zealand Rugby League Concussion Policy Summary Introduction:: The potential for concussions / head injuries to occur in rugby league is fully recognised. As a result of this recognition, due consideration should be undertaken by all who partake, administer or manage rugby league activities in both the training and match environments.
There has long been a perception that a concussion occurs only when there is a loss of consciousness. This perception is incorrect as concussions can occur without loss of consciousness and range in severity from brief periods of confusion through to a significant loss of consciousness. The purpose of this policy is to ensure player safety and to reduce the risk of repeated concussion and second impact syndrome. Concussion Definition:
A concussion may be caused by a direct blow to the head, face, neck, or elsewhere on the body with an "impulsive" force transmitted to the head.
Assessment Of The Concussed Player: When assessing an injured player on the sports field, it is important that a quick and accurate assessment is made. The appropriate questions and the signs and symptoms of concussion can be found in the sideline concussion check list provided by your local district, the NZRL or the ACC. All coaches, managers, trainers and referees should carry one of these.
Management Of A Concussion: Acute Injury When a player shows any symptoms or signs of a concussion, the following should be applied:
(1) The player should not be allowed to return to play in the current game or practice.
A player should never return to play while symptomatic. "When in doubt, sit them out!" It is the policy of the New Zealand Rugby League that where a concussion is suspected a 21 day mandatory stand-down period is observed by the player concerned. Return to play shall follow the return to play guidelines detailed below. Return to play protocol from the internationally approved guidelines:
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