CONCUSSION
A concussion is a brain injury that cannot be seen on routine X-rays, CT scans or MRIs. Concussions may affect cognitive abilities and memory functions, along with various other symptoms. The following are important points to keep in mind for concussion management:
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- Recognize the signs and symptoms of a concussion
- Remove the athlete from the practice or competition
- Refer the athlete to a medical doctor
- Return to school and then to sport based on the recommendations of a medical expert
In conjunction with Parachute, Taekwondo Canada has created taekwondo specific Concussion Guides and Toolkits to ensure the safety and education for all those in the taekwondo community. These Guides and Toolkits focus on the safety of the athletes by outlining the dangers of concussions and what to do to prevent, recognize and manage concussions during training and competition.
Additional Resources:
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- Taekwondo Canada 2024 Concussion Protocol
- Return to Sport Strategy
- Concussion Recognition Tool 5
- Sport Information Resource Centre (SIRC) – Concussion Resources
- CAC’s Making Head Way Concussion eLearning Series
- Mouthguard brace taping and padding rules
- Dr. Terry DeFreitas – Taekwondo Concussion Presentation Part One
To view World Taekwondo (WT) regulations and resources regarding concussions, please click here.
