New High School Concussion Rule

So I understand from our state convention that the new rule applies to every high school sport, not just football. I am very glad to hear that. Furthermore, it looks like the rule in Ohio will state that only AT and MD/DO (with experience with traumatic brain injuries) will be able to make a return to play decision. This is another big step in the right direction. I see a few issues cropping up and each school system will need to have a policy in place when an MD/DO other than the team physician gives a student-athlete a clearance to play that the team physician does not agree with. Needless to say, that will be sticky. Other than that, there will need to be a significiant amount of parent, coach, school administrator, and student-athlete education regarding the new rule. I applaud the OHSAA for their efforts and willingness to work with other groups to define the rule for Ohio.

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