Ohio law, NFHS rules and OHSAA policy bar a student removed for signs of concussion from returning the same day and require written medical authorization before practice or competition resumes. On this one-page OHSAA form the provider certifies they examined the student and states the return-to-play directions the school must follow.
A physician (MD or DO), or another qualified licensed medical provider working in consultation, collaboration or under supervision of an MD or DO, or on their referral, and authorized by the board of education, completes and signs the whole form.
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Medical Authorization to Return to Play When a Student Has Been Removed Due to a Suspected Concussion
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An MD or DO, or another qualified licensed medical provider who works in consultation or collaboration with, under the supervision of, or on referral from an MD or DO, and who is authorized by the board of education or other governing board. The provider writes their name and credential at the top.
No. The form restates that Ohio law, NFHS rules and OHSAA policy prohibit a student removed for concussion signs, symptoms or behaviors from reentering practice or competition on the same day. Written medical authorization is needed before any later return.
Not always. The form lets the provider choose a graduated protocol, a protocol under a licensed athletic trainer or other approved provider, or no protocol with a specific return date. Clearance can also be limited to named sports, or the provider can explain other directions.