As an athlete, it is important to recognize the signs, symptoms, and behaviors of concussions. View and download APOYO’s Concussion Information Sheet, discharge instructions, and the (SCAT5) Sports Concussion Assessment Tool form.
If you need any further clarification, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at health@apoyo-community.org
Concussion Information Sheet
Learn more about what a concussion is, signs and symptions to be aware of, and APOYO’s sideline assessment.
Discharge Instructions
Any athlete suspected of having a concussion should be removed from playing and seek medical evaluation.
Until then, here are some helpful tips from the CDC after a discharge from suspected concussion.
(SCAT5) Sports Concussion Assessment Tool
A licensed health care provider will fill out this form to clear a participant’s return on the field. A completed form must be turn in to participants coach before they are allowed to return to practice and/or play.