Women's Health in Sport

Community Concussion

Gain an understanding on the invisible injury, how to recognise the signs and symptoms, removing the injured athlete from the match/activity, referral options and return to play/activity.

This education is important for everyone within the community, from players, coaches and volunteers, to students, teachers, parents and much more!

The 90-minute Community Concussion Education Program can be delivered at your club, clinic, community group, council, school, and more, it can also be tailored to your specific audience.

COMMUNITY CONCUSSION EDUCATION PROGRAM

Concussion in Sport in an ever-evolving landscape and is one of the most prominent topics in modern sports medicine.

The Community Concussion Education Program equips clubs and the wider community on the most up-to-date knowledge, and practical information on recognising and managing concussion in community sport.

The education program and content is guided by the Consensus Statement from the 6th International Consensus Conference on Concussion in Sport (Netherlands, October 2022), Concussion in Sports Australia – Australian Sports Commission with the input of staff, members, sporting bodies, and the wider medical and allied health industry.

EVIDENCE BASED COMMUNITY FOCUSED EDUCATION

SASMA has educated over 3,000 South Australians through workshops, courses, and community presentations. Our program equips coaches, sports trainers, parents, and players with the knowledge and confidence to recognise, manage, and report concussion safely, keeping sport safer for all participants.

We provide education for medical and health professionals, ensuring they are up-to-date with the latest evidence and best practice in concussion management.

The development and ongoing quality of the program is guided by the SASMA Concussion Steering Committee, made up of sports medicine experts, community members, and grant partners across SA. 

Aligning with National and Sport-Specific Policy

Our education aligns with Australian Sports Commission concussion policies and incorporates sport-specific guidelines to ensure relevance across all codes. The program will be updated in line with the upcoming 7th International Consensus Statement on Concussion in Sport, expected late 2026 or early 2027, maintaining our commitment to the latest evidence-based information and best practice.

Practical Resources and Support

Participants gain access to ready-to-use resources, including templates, checklists, and management guides for concussion in sport. These tools help sporting clubs, schools, councils and associations implement consistent, safe practices.

EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST FOR CONCUSSION EDUCATION

Concussion Resources

Testimonials

Thanks for organising an excellent presentation on Concussion and Dr Michael Makdissi, who presented an excellent session on the new guidelines. Great effort for all the sports trainers who took the time to attend and especially those who travelled from regional South Australia.

Excellent night, very informative and the panel was a very good mix. Well done I took heaps of notes and this will assist us to modify our concussion policy.

The course gave me a better understanding on recognising concussion as well as the long term affects if not managed correctly.

Keep doing what you are doing!! You are an invaluable source of information for us, nights like Wednesday night sparks the interest and passion of us trainers to protect our players at all costs and gives us the tools to confidently do our jobs! … Thank you for such a well run and informative night. You chose your panel well and they were very well spoken and easy to understand.

FAQs

A minimum period of 21 days until the resumption of competitive contact/collision sport. You need to complete a graded return to activity to progress to competitive sport. Follow your individual sports guidelines – this may be a longer period of time.

A concussion occurs through a collision with another person or object where biomechanical forces to the head, or anywhere on the body transmit an impulsive force to the head/brain. In most cases, this results in transient neurological impairment. It should be noted that concussion can also occur with relatively minor ‘knocks’. (www.concussioninsport.gov.au)

If you have any signs or symptoms of concussion, you should see a Medical Practitioner. Concussion Recognition Tool 6 (CRT6) (www.concussioninsport.gov.au) 

Yes, you can attend a session as an individual

Sports Medicine Clinic – Wakefield Sports and Exercise Clinic, Sports Med, SPARC or your GP

GRANT FUNDING AND PARTNERS

The Community Concussion Education Program is funded by the Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing, and is proudly supported by the following grant partners;

  • SANFL
  • Netball SA
  • Rugby Union SA
  • Baseball SA
  • Hockey SA
  • American Football SA
  • Northern Sports & Recreational Network – City of Charles Sturt, Playford, Prospect, Port Adelaide & Enfield, Salisbury, Tea Tree Gully, Adeleide Plains

Program Cost

$440.00.

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