The following outlines a return-to-sport process for an athlete who has been removed from training, practice or competition due to a suspected or diagnosed concussion, regardless of whether or not the concussion was sustained or is suspected of having been sustained during a sport activity associated with Newmarket Baseball Association.
1. Receive Confirmation
Ensure that the athlete who has sustained a concussion or is suspected of having sustained a concussion does not return to training, practice or competition until the athlete or, if the athlete is under 18 years of age, the parent or guardian provides confirmation to the designated person(s) that the athlete :
Has undergone a medical assessment by a physician or nurse practitioner and has not been diagnosed as having a concussion, and
Has been medically cleared to return to training, practice or competition by the physician or nurse practitioner.
2. If Diagnosed with Having A Concussion
If a has been diagnosed by a physician or nurse practitioner as having a concussion the athlete must proceed through the graduated return-to-sport steps.
The Return-to-School Plan (Learning and Physical Activity)
Students in elementary and secondary school with a diagnosed concussion must follow their school board’s return-to-school plan, which supports a student's gradual return to learning and return to physical activity. Contact the school for more information.
3. Graduated Return-to-Sport Steps
It is important to note that typical recovery times vary from person to person, and that some individuals may require more time to progress through the graduated return-to-sport steps.
The graduated return-to-sport steps may include the following activities. It is typically recommended that an athlete with concussion rest for 24 to 48 hours before beginning step 1.
