ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC TRAINING CONCUSSION HOME INSTRUCTIONS

Parent / Guardian:

Your child has suffered a head injury during athletic participation.  To make sure that he/she recovers from a concussion, please follow the important recommendations:

• Please remind your child to report to the athletic training room tomorrow at 2:15 PM for a follow up evaluation.

• Please review the items outlined on the back “Physician Referral Checklist”.  If any of these problems develop prior to his/her visit, please contact the local emergency center or your family physician.  Otherwise you can follow the instructions outlined below:

It is OK to:

1. Use acetaminophen(Tylenol) for headaches
2. Use ice packs on head and neck as needed for comfort.
3. Eat a light diet.
4. Return to school.
5. Go to sleep.
6. Rest (no strenuous activity or sports).

There is NO need to:

1. Check eyes with flashlight.
2. Wake up every hour.
3. Test reflexes.
4. Stay in bed.

DO NOT:

1. Drink alcohol.
2. Eat spicy foods.

Please be aware that your child must be cleared by a certified athletic trainer and/or a physician prior to returning to athletic participation.

If you have any questions, please call the certified athletic trainer at Arlington High School .

• David Gatta, ATC                                    486-4860 ext. 1248
• Michelle Taravella, ATC                           486-4860 ext. 1236