| 1 | STEP 1: No activity, only complete rest. Includes avoiding both mental and physical stress. | |
| 2 | STEP 2: Light aerobic exercise. Monitor for symptoms and signs. NO resistance training or weight training. | |
| 3 | STEP 3: Sport specific activities and training (e.g. skating) | |
| 4 | STEP 4: Drills without body contact. May add light resistance training and progress to heavier weights | |
| 5 | REASSESSMENT & NOTE: Go to Step 5 after medical clearance. | |
| 6 | STEP 5: Begin drills with body contact | |
| 7 | STEP 6: Game play. | |
| 8 | IMPORTANT NOTE: Earliest a concussed athlete should return is one week. Each step s/b minimum of one day. |