Back into Action: A Coach’s Guide to Putting a Player back in the Game

Published Date: December 2, 2019

Non-life threatening injuries are a common part of sport activity. Seeking help is smart and safe and can help athletes from developing more serious problems if the injury is not evaluated and treated properly. The following guide below provides general rules of thumb for when to seek immediate medical help and when it is safe to send players back into the game.

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