department of athletics policies & procedures - UNC Wilmington ...

Post-Concussion Exertional Testing Protocol
Guidelines
All testing is to be done in a controlled setting and under the direct supervision of a
certified athletic trainer
Student-athlete should progress through each level continuously with minimal rest
between levels unless symptoms develop
Monitor symptomology
o If the student-athlete self-reports asymptomatic, proceed to the next level.
o If the student-athlete reports symptoms at any time:
• STOP THE TESTING PROTOCOL
• Rest for a minimum of 24 hours and until asymptomatic
• After the minimum 24 hour rest period and when asymptomatic,
resume testing at the beginning of the last asymptomatic level.
Exertional Testing Protocol
Level 1 (Sub-Maximal Cardiovascular Training)
Non-impact cardiovascular implement of choice (e.g. bike, Stairmaster, elliptical
trainer, etc.)
Duration—10 minutes
65% maximal heart rate
Level 2 (Maximal Cardiovascular Training)
Non-impact cardiovascular implement of choice (e.g. bike, Stairmaster, elliptical
trainer, etc.)
Duration—15 minutes
85% maximal heart rate
Level 3 (Sub-Maximal Anaerobic Training)
Sit-ups and/or crunches
One (1) minute continuous exercise
Level 4 (Maximal Effort Anaerobic Training)
300 yard shuttle run (weather and facility permitting)
OR
Treadmill Interval Run
o Duration—5 minutes
o 15 second sprint // 45 second job
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