Sports Concussion South Africa - concussion management and concussion care


	What is concussion?
	Concussion is a trauma-induced alteration in mental state that results from a direct or indirect blow transmitted to the head that may or may not involve a loss of consciousness. It is one of the forms of mild traumatic brain injury.

	Concussion Helpline
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	0800 678678

For sports concussion information (Medical Advice, Doctors, Neuropsychologists & Computer Testing)
contact: 011-8839000 or email us at sportsconcussion@mweb.co.za

The Sports Concussion Programme
Supported by Panado®

The latest in international concussion management protocols and technology is available to South African schoolchildren and amateur athletes via The Sports Concussion Programme.

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Sports Physician Assessment

Our experienced physicians
will provide you with repeated individualised symptom analysis and clinical assessment.

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What to do if you suspect concussion

1) Step-By-Step Guide to Complete Concussion Care.

2) Contact your nearest Concussion Clinic.

Know the Facts

ť How does the injury occur ?
ť What actually happens ?
ť What is Second Impact Syndrome ?
» What are the most common symptoms ?

Note… at ANY stage a patient may be RED FLAGGED

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