Proposed legislation in Ohio would require young athletes to be pulled out of play if they are suspected of suffering a concussion or brain injury and would stay out of play until they are cleared by a physician or certified athletic trainer, according to a Dayton Daily News report.
The legislation is intended to protect young athletes from serious head injuries. The bill includes several proposed provisions:
• Players may not participate in any practices or games until parents sign a form confirming they have received a concussion and brain injury information sheet.
• Coaches must pull a player from play if they are suspected to have suffered a concussion or brain injury.
• The injured athlete may not return to play until they are assessed and cleared to play by a physician or athletic trainer.
According to the report, 38 states have already implemented legislation aimed at protecting young athletes from head injuries.
The legislation is intended to protect young athletes from serious head injuries. The bill includes several proposed provisions:
• Players may not participate in any practices or games until parents sign a form confirming they have received a concussion and brain injury information sheet.
• Coaches must pull a player from play if they are suspected to have suffered a concussion or brain injury.
• The injured athlete may not return to play until they are assessed and cleared to play by a physician or athletic trainer.
According to the report, 38 states have already implemented legislation aimed at protecting young athletes from head injuries.
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