We are only now starting to explore the sex and gender differences between men and women in their experience of sport, injury, and the world more broadly. In this session we take a look at some of the latest research in understanding how concussion injuries in particular affect men and women differently, and listen to Kristin’s story and lived experience of concussion.

This course is for trainers who:

• Work with female athletes, especially in contact sports like soccer
• Have a client who has experienced a head injury
• Have experienced head injury or a concussion themselves
• Are curious to know why concussions affect women differently to men
• Would like to understand what is safe to do with someone who is recovering from a concussion

Learning outcomes

1. Understand what concussion is

2. Learn how it affects men and women differently

3. Understand how symptoms vary between men and women.

4. Learn how the recover pathway may be different for women and why

5. What to do if you suspect a concussion in your client

6. Exercise considerations when your client is recovering from a concussion.