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The purpose of this website is to provide information and tools to assist with the clinical care of patients who have sustained a concussion.

NZR Guidelines for all concussions sustained in community rugby are the following:

1. All players should rest for 48 hrs – Avoid screens, physical activity and cognitive tasks
2. Complete a graduated return to learn/work and play
3. Be asymptomatic
4. Complete the mandatory stand down period
   1. Under 19 yrs of age – 23 days
   2. 19 yrs of age and older – 21 days