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I don't have an electronic copy of this year's rules, but last year it was in appendix B:

Suggested Guidelines for
Management of Concussion
A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that interferes with normal brain function. An
athlete does not have to lose consciousness (be “knocked out”) to have suffered a
concussion.
Common Symptoms of Concussion Include:
• headache
• fogginess
• difficulty concentrating
• easily confused
• slowed thought processes
• difficulty with memory
• nausea
• lack of energy, tiredness
• dizziness, poor balance
• blurred vision
Suggested Concussion Management:
1. No athlete should return to play (RTP) or practice on the same day of a concussion.
2. Any athlete suspected of having a concussion should be evaluated by an appropriate
health-care professional that day.
3. Any athlete with a concussion should be medically cleared by an appropriate healthcare
professional prior to resuming participation in any practice or competition.
4. After medical clearance, RTP should follow a step-wise protocol with provisions for
delayed RTP based upon return of any signs or symptoms.
For further details please see the “NFHS Suggested Guidelines for Management of
Concussion” at NFHS | National Federation of State High School Associations.
January