ImPACT Baseline Test-Concussion Protocol

ImPACT Test Concussion Management Program: For 12U and older Wizards Players only.

The Wonderland Wizards have contracted ImPACT Applications, Inc. to provide a Concussion Management Program, which has an online tool to establish a baseline for the Concussion Management Program—no cost to players. 

The ImPACT Baseline Test is a neuro-cognitive test that is one piece of the puzzle used to assess recovery from concussions and determine the timing of return to play. It should only be used as a tool and not be the only deciding factor in returning a concussed athlete to play. It provides objective data and prevents athletes who hide their symptoms from returning to play before they have fully recovered.

The test should be administered annually to ensure that the baseline most accurately reflects the athlete's cognitive function. It takes about 30 minutes and must be completed in one sitting, with no pauses or breaks.

Once you finish the test, please inform your Team Manager of the date.

In the event of a head injury, a baseline concussion test is essential. It helps medical professionals detect whether a concussion has occurred, the severity of the injury, and when play can safely be resumed. 

Without baseline testing, it can be harder to assess whether an athlete can safely return, which makes the clearance process more cautious and may keep a player out longer than needed.

PLEASE NOTE: If a player establishes a baseline with another sports organization or school, that testing will suffice for the upcoming hockey season. Please provide the date to your Team Manager when they took the test for their records, so we know that all your players have a record on file.

Please read the general information before launching the test:

Wizards' Customer ID Code: 2U7ESA8VDP

Any athlete held out for concussion evaluation or diagnosed with a concussion must provide a written "USAH Return to Play Form" from a qualified medical professional affiliate in CT (Physician, Physician's Assistant, Advanced Practice Registered nurse, APRN, or certified athletic trainer), allowing them to return to any training, practice, or game activity without restrictions. 

The parent/guardian must sign and return the form to your Head Coach or Team Manager.

FACT SHEETS: This sheet provides information to help protect your child from concussion or other serious brain injuries. Use this information to learn how to spot a concussion and what to do if a concussion occurs.