Concussion and Injury Management

Concussion & Injury Management

Birrong Sports FC follows the Football Australia Concussion Guidelines.

Concussion Rules

• Any player suspected of concussion is removed immediately
• “If in doubt, sit them out”
• Only a medical professional can clear a return to play
• Minimum rest periods apply
• Coaches must report all head injuries to the club

Injury Management

• First aid kits available at all training and games
• Serious injuries must be reported to the club
• Players returning from injury must be medically cleared