Sports Concussion Toolkit
The American Academy of Neurology has the following resources available on sports concussion for physicians, coaches, parents, and athletes.
AAN Updated Sports Concussion Guideline
Resources for Physicians
- Summary of Evidence-based Guideline for Clinicians
- AAN Position Statement on Sports Concussion
- Neurology® Journal Editorial: Protecting the Brain in Sports
- FREE Online Concussion Training for Physicians from CDC (AAN is a participating organization)
- Clinical Case Example
- Presentation Slides
- Neurology Today®: New AAN Evidence-based Guideline on Sports Concussion
Resources for Patients and Caregivers
- Summary of Evidence-based Guideline for Patients and their Families
- Concussion Quick Check: Use these materials to help you recognize the signs and symptoms of concussion
- Download the Concussion Quick Check Reference Sheet
- Download the Concussion Quick Check App
Resources for Sports Coaches and Athletic Trainers
- Summary of Evidence-based Guideline for Sports Coaches and Athletic Trainers
- Concussion Quick Check: Use these materials to help you recognize the signs and symptoms of concussion
- Download the Concussion Quick Check Reference Sheet
- Download the Concussion Quick Check App
- FREE Online Concussion Training for Coaches from CDC (AAN is a participating organization)
- FREE Online Concussion Safety Course for High School and Youth Coaches from the University of Michigan (Endorsed by the AAN)
Other Resources from the AAN
- Sports Concussion State Laws (This information is current as of December 2012. We recommend you check your state law and not rely on this summary. The AAN is not responsible for the accuracy of the information and the information is subject to change.)
- More information on Traumatic Brain Injury
Media Resources:
- Press Release: AAN Issues Updated Sports Concussion Guideline: Athletes with Suspected Concussion Should Be Removed from Play
- Press Release: American Academy of Neurology Launches New App to Help Evaluate Sports Concussion at Games
- Sports Concussion Guideline Press Conference Video
- Sports Concussion Guideline Press Kit
- Radio Public Service Announcement
- AAN 2011 Sports Concussion PSA - 60 Seconds (.mp3)
- AAN 2011 Sports Concussion PSA - 30 Seconds (.mp3)
- AAN 2011 Sports Concussion PSA - 20 Seconds (.mp3)