Which combination of professionals play a key role in supporting hockey players concussion recovery?

Doctor, physiotherapist, and registered massage therapist RMT

What should a player do if they think they have a concussion?

Tell the coach and seek medical advice immediately.

Why are young hockey players more at risk for concussions than adults?

Their brains are still developing.

Why is it dangerous to return to play too soon after a concussion?

You risk a more serious and brain injury if you fall or are hit.

How can a registered massage therapist (RMT) assist after a concussion?

By reducing stress and relaxing muscles are the neck and shoulders.

Which of the following is NOT recommended treatment for a concussion?

Immediate return to full sports.

What role does a physiotherapist often play in concussion recovery?

Helps improve balance, neck mobility and physical reconditioning.

How does Hockey Canada help reduce concussions?

They offer education around concussions and set return-to-play rules.

Who should check a player for a concussion?

A doctor or health professional

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1
What is a common symptom of a concussion?
Sneezing
Sweaty hands
Hunger
Headache or dizziness
2
Which combination of professionals play a key role in supporting hockey players concussion recovery?
Chiropractor, coach and nutritionist
Coach, team medic and team captain.
Dentist, optometrist, and dietitian.
Doctor, physiotherapist, and registered massage therapist RMT
3
What should a player do if they think they have a concussion?
Tell the coach and seek medical advice immediately.
Take an Advil and continue on as normal.
Keep playing until the game is over.
Skate it off. Exercise is good for a concussion.
4
Why are young hockey players more at risk for concussions than adults?
They are slower skaters.
They have smaller heads.
Their brains are still developing.
They use less equipment.
5
Why is it dangerous to return to play too soon after a concussion?
You risk a more serious and brain injury if you fall or are hit.
You may get out of shape.
Your helmet may not fit properly.
You may be slower and at risk of being hit.
6
What is a concussion?
A type of brain injury
A twisted ankle
A pulled muscle
A broken bone.
7
How can a registered massage therapist (RMT) assist after a concussion?
By reducing stress and relaxing muscles are the neck and shoulders.
By ordering brain scans.
By performing surgery to fix nerve damage.
By deciding when an athlete can return to contact sport.
8
Which of the following is NOT recommended treatment for a concussion?
Rest and no screen time.
Immediate return to full sports.
See a doctor, physiotherapist and RMT for concussion treatment.
Gradual return to activity.
9
What role does a physiotherapist often play in concussion recovery?
Helps improve balance, neck mobility and physical reconditioning.
Prescribes medication to reduce brain swelling.
Determines if a player should be suspended.
Designs custom helmets to prevent future injuries.
10
How does Hockey Canada help reduce concussions?
They ban all physical contact.
They require players to wear neck guards.
They offer education around concussions and set return-to-play rules.
They require players to wear proper skates on the ice.
11
What role does body checking play in concussions in youth hockey?
It has no effect as long as it is done safety.
It prevents concussions.
It causes most concussions.
It is okay because players use helmets and body gear.
12
Who should check a player for a concussion?
The referee
The team captain
The coach
A doctor or health professional

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