6. Concussion Guidance

Injuries can happen from time to time whilst participating in sport including concussions.

What is concussion?

• Concussion is a brain injury caused by a blow to the head or body which leads to shaking of the brain
• Concussion results in a disturbance in brain function that can affect a child or young person’s thinking, memory, mood, behaviour, level of consciousness, as well as producing physical symptoms such as headache and dizziness
• Concussion usually occurs without loss of consciousness
• Most concussions recover with physical and mental rest

Principles of concussion management:

Please see the Concusion Guidance for parents and coaches, as well as the full England Hockey Concussion Policy below.