In motorsport, the FIA has launched a new education program designed to raise awareness of the dangers of concussion.
Launched by FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem at the FIA 2024 conference in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, the program has been realized through the collaboration of the FIA medical and safety teams.
Designed to be used as printable assets across social platforms, educational content is available to all member clubs. Assets will be available in any language chosen by the club, reflecting the FIA’s commitment to improving accessibility and inclusivity.
Mohammed Ben Sulayem, FIA President and driving force behind the project, said: “I have experienced concussions first-hand off the racetrack. I felt the symptoms and dealt with the aftermath. I understand that this issue is very important. Thanks to the FIA Medical and Safety team, we will provide an educational and accessible approach to identifying and combating concussion in our sport, ensuring the safety of all competitors now and in the future.”
Concussions are minor brain injuries that must be taken seriously, and through education on how to spot them, what to do if a concussion occurs, and how to return to racing, sharing this knowledge will help keep motorsport as safe as possible. It will.
The best concussion is one that never occurred. Prevention is your first line of defense.
Signs of a concussion to look out for include:
- headache
- sickness
- dizziness
- fatigue
- balance problem
- amnesia or forgetfulness
- Irritability or changes in emotional state
Athletes with symptoms should present themselves to a medical team who will assess and provide advice. remember, When in doubt, sit down.
When returning to play after a concussion, international players must follow these rules: Appendix L of the FIA Sporting Regulations. Domestic competitors must follow the advice of the ASN Medical Department and all competitors must report any cases of concussion to the Chief Medical Officer at the start of their next race.
This campaign is funded by the FIA Foundation.
