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Returning to sports or activity too soon after a concussion can be extremely dangerous. If the athlete gets hurt again before allowing enough time to heal, the effects can be cumulative, risking permanent brain damage.

If playing sport, the player should be removed from play immediately and take no further part in the activity. Both sporting and non-sporting concussions need rest. The injured person should be monitored in a quiet, warm environment to ensure no worrying symptoms develop.

Because the risk for a second concussion is greatest within 10 days of the first concussion, it's very important to make sure the player is completely recovered before he or she returns to play. A second injury, even if it is not a head injury, could cause permanent brain damage or death.

Returning to sport too early can increase the risk of experiencing a condition called “second impact syndrome,” which occurs when someone sustains a second concussion before symptoms from an earlier concussion have gone away.

Our providers typically consider clearance once the athlete is: Free of concussion symptoms for at least 24 hours. Off any medications started for concussion symptoms. Attending full days of school and tolerating a full academic workload (if applicable, depending on the time of year)

Our providers typically consider clearance once the athlete is: Free of concussion symptoms for at least 24 hours. Off any medications started for concussion symptoms. Attending full days of school and tolerating a full academic workload (if applicable, depending on the time of year)

Returning too soon can increase your risk of re-injury or developing a chronic problem that will lead to a longer recovery. Waiting too long, however, can lead to unnecessary deconditioning.