"The guidelines for dealing with possible concussion operate under the tagline of 'if in doubt sit them out'. It means that if a player has suspected concussion at any level of football "they must be immediately removed from the pitch, whether in training or match play". The FA states that the reason for immediate action in removing players from the pitch is because treatment delays "could risk incomplete recovery of the brain"."
"Concussion is a temporary brain injury that affects its function. It is mostly associated with a head injury, but can also happen after a forceful blow to the body that causes the brain to move. Symptoms are usually immediate, though some can be delayed for up to 48 hours. These can include headaches, confusion and nausea. Despite the association with being knocked unconscious, only 10% of concussion injuries originate from being knocked out."
The Football Association mandates immediate removal of any player with suspected concussion from pitch or training to avoid risking incomplete brain recovery. Symptoms are usually immediate but can appear up to 48 hours, including headache, confusion and nausea. On-field assessment by a doctor or physiotherapist follows a referee stoppage, and players must leave play for more evaluation and stay off at least 30 seconds after restart. If concussion is suspected, players must not return to activity for at least 24 hours. Medical checks include visible signs, player-reported symptoms, and cognitive questions from the concussion recognition tool. Premier League teams are permitted one concussion substitution per match without affecting normal substitution limits.
Read at www.bbc.com
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