The overiding principle is to RECOGNISE AND REMOVE - learn to recognise the signs and symptoms of concussion and remove a player from the field if in ANY doubt.

This is to PROTECT OUR MEMBERS – England & GB Hockey recommends different return to play protocols for different ages.

All players with a diagnosed concussion * MUST be removed from the field of play and not return to play or train on the same day. Players with a diagnosed concussion must go through a graduated return to play program (GRTP).

* All players with a suspected concussion where no appropriately trained healthcare professionals are present must be assumed to have a diagnosed concussion.

Players should be assessed at the earliest available opportunity by a healthcare professional experienced in diagnosing a concussive injury. For serious concussion or if in any doubt consider this a 999 emergency and in any case Felxstowe Hockey Club encourage a visit to A&E.

Click here for the EH CONSUSSION POLICY

Click here for the EH CONCUSSION GUIDELINES FOR PARENTS AND COACHES