USA Swimming Issues Guidelines for Concussion Management
USA Swimming Issues Guidelines for Concussion Management
USA Swimming acknowledges the growing concern around concussions and in an effort to take a proactive position regarding concussion management and ensuring the safety of our membership, has developed a Consensus Statement on Concussion Management with guidelines around the identification and management of concussions at the club and LSC level, as well as during competitions.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) define concussion as “a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head that can change the way your brain normally works. Concussions can also occur from a blow to the body that causes the head to move rapidly back and forth. Even a “ding,” “getting your bell rung,” or what seems to be mild bump or blow to the head can be serious”. It is important that our participants, parents, coaches, volunteers, and staff are aware of the seriousness of head injuries at any level.
Clubs, LSCs, and Hosts are responsible for compliance with state laws regarding concussion management and education. Each state may have specific regulations that impact your club, coaches, officials, and/or events. Check the state laws and policies that apply to you.
Look for additional materials as they become available at www.usaswimming.org
to help you understand and manage this risk.
Additional information is currently available here:
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) define concussion as “a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head that can change the way your brain normally works. Concussions can also occur from a blow to the body that causes the head to move rapidly back and forth. Even a “ding,” “getting your bell rung,” or what seems to be mild bump or blow to the head can be serious”. It is important that our participants, parents, coaches, volunteers, and staff are aware of the seriousness of head injuries at any level.
Clubs, LSCs, and Hosts are responsible for compliance with state laws regarding concussion management and education. Each state may have specific regulations that impact your club, coaches, officials, and/or events. Check the state laws and policies that apply to you.
Look for additional materials as they become available at www.usaswimming.org
to help you understand and manage this risk.
Additional information is currently available here:
