Concussions
Concussions can happen in any sport or recreational activity, making awareness and education essential for athletes, coaches, parents, and participants. Speed Skating Sask is committed to promoting concussion awareness, education, and safe return-to-sport practices to help create a safe environment for everyone involved.
Pre-Season Concussion Education
This document outlines everything an athlete needs to know about preventing a concussion or identifying one if it happens. Following rules like avoiding head contact, respecting their opponents, and reporting suspected concussions makes a safe environment.
Concussion Recognition Tool
Head impacts can be associated with serious and potentially fatal brain injuries. The Concussion Recognition Tool 5 is to be used for the identification of suspected concussion. It is not designed to diagnose concussion.
Medical Assessment Tool
This document can be used by the athlete's Physician or Nurse Practitioner
More Resources
Concussion Guidelines for Parents & Caregivers
Concussion Guidelines for Coaches and Trainers
Concussion: The Basics
Brain Injuries Fact Sheet
Return to Play Protocol
A concussion is a serious event but you can recover fully from such an injury if the brain is given enough time to rest and recuperate. Returning to normal activities, including sport participation, is a step-wise process that requires patience, attention, and caution.
Making Head Way Concussion eLearning Series
This eLearning series from the Coaching Association of Canada is meant to help coaches gain the knowledge and skills required to ensure the safety of their athletes.