New Lenox Group to Host Workshop on Concussions in Youth Sports

The New Lenox Safe Communities America Coalition and its Youth Sports, Health, & Safety Task Group is hosting a free workshop on Wednesday Feb. 11 at 7 p.m., in the Community Room at the New Lenox Village Hall, 1 Veterans Parkway. The workshop is called “Understanding Concussions in Youth Sports… What You Need to Know.”

The workshop will cover:

• What is a concussion? Why are youth athletes more susceptible?
• What are the steps to follow if you suspect an athlete has experienced a head injury?
• Diagnosis/Treatment
• Symptoms
• Establishing strong concussion policies and procedures for your organization and school
• Return to Play Programs
• Baseline Concussion Testing

The workshop is open to all, including youth athletic associations (managers, coaches, trainers), players, and parents. Questions may be directed to Phil Pfeifer, at 815-953-6853, or ppfeifer@baselineoperations.com.