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Head knocks: out of play, same day

What it is

Any suspected concussion means no return to play that day, and a doctor before going back.

from 6y · until 18

When in doubt, sit them out

Always on

1. Signs: dazed, headache, nausea, dizziness, light sensitivity, unusually emotional, cannot remember the play.
2. Losing consciousness is not required — most concussions have none.
3. A second knock before the first has healed is the dangerous one, which is why the same-day rule is absolute.
4. Return gradually: rest, then light activity, then training, then contact — each step only if symptom-free.

When to check with a professional

Sources

• Bright Futures periodicity schedule — American Academy of Pediatrics · checked 30-08-2026

Last reviewed 30-08-2026 · Confidence: high

Compiled with AI assistance from the public sources listed above. Not yet reviewed by a clinician — check anything important against the source, with Tipat Halav or with your doctor.