Concussion Assessment
Complete follow-up protocol for athletes
Severe symptoms detected. Go immediately to the emergency room:
Which form to fill out?
Select the form appropriate to the timing of your evaluation following a head injury.
NEURO1
Immediate evaluation after the head hit
Within minutesNEURO2
Comprehensive evaluation with cognitive tests
1 to 3 hours afterNEURO3
Preparation for return to activity
After 1-2 nights of sleepIf this is your first evaluation after the incident, start with NEURO1. The following forms will be proposed automatically based on your results.
Personal Information
Necessary for the follow-up of your evaluation
NEURO1 Form
To be completed in the minutes following the head hit
A single "YES" to questions 1-20 indicates a high probability of concussion. Questions with ⚠️ are emergency signs.
NEURO2 Form
To be completed 1 to 3 hours after the fall/incident
This form includes a symptom questionnaire and cognitive tests to assess your condition.
📋 Symptom Questionnaire
🧠 Cognitive Tests
TEST 1 Immediate Memory
Memorize these 5 words, then try to repeat them in any order. You will have 3 attempts.
TEST 2 Numbers Backwards
Repeat these numbers backwards. For example, if the prompt is "7-2", you should answer "2-7".
TEST 3 Reaction Time
Ask someone to drop a 30cm ruler. Catch it as quickly as possible. Record the distance in cm where you caught it (average of 3 trials).
NEURO3 Form
To be completed after 1 to 2 nights of sleep
This form prepares your return to sports activity. If all symptoms have disappeared, you can start the recovery program.
📋 Current Symptom Questionnaire
🧠 Control Cognitive Tests
TEST 1 Delayed Memory
Without looking, can you recall the 5 words from the NEURO2 test?
TEST 2 Concentration Test
Recite the months of the year backwards starting with December.
SLEEP Sleep Quality
How have you been sleeping since the incident?
Instructions for the first few days
Recommendations to follow after a concussion
🚨 Do not stay alone
The concussed athlete should not stay alone during the evening and night following the concussion.
⚠️ Signs of deterioration - Call 15 or 112
- Significant or increasing neck pain
- Double vision
- Weakness or tingling in limbs
- Significant or increasing headache
- Repeated vomiting
- Seizures
- Abnormal drowsiness
- Increasing aggression or nervousness
🚫 To avoid
- Alcohol and drugs for a minimum of 72 hours
- Driving vehicles for a minimum of 24 hours
- Intense physical activities for 48 hours
- Prolonged screen exposure
- Sleeping pills or strong painkillers
✅ Recommended
- Cerebral rest: limit intense cognitive activities
- Light activity: walking, strolling starting 24h
- Nutrition: balanced, rich in omega-3
- Sleep: regular and reasonable hours
- Paracetamol: if headaches (short duration)
📅 Next steps
NEURO1 - Immediate
Initial evaluation completed
NEURO2 - In 1-3 hours
Cognitive tests and symptom monitoring
NEURO3 - After 1-2 nights
Preparation for return to activity
Gradual Return Program
Return to sports activity in stages
Each stage lasts at least 24 hours. If symptoms reappear, return to the previous stage.
Stage 1 - Relative Rest
Light daily activities, no sports. Limit screens and intense cognitive activities.
Stage 2 - Light Aerobic Activity
Walking, stationary cycling (10-15 min). Intensity < 70% max HR. No resistance.
Stage 3 - Sport-specific Exercises
Non-contact technical exercises. Running, specific movements.
Stage 4 - Non-contact Training
More intense training, coordination, and thinking exercises.
Stage 5 - Contact Training
After medical clearance. Gradual contact resumption.
Stage 6 - Return to Competition
Normal participation in games and competitions.
⚠️ Minimum delay
For cycling and sports with risk of falling: minimum 3 weeks (2 weekends without competition) before full return.
