Sport Concussion Assessment Tool 6 (SCAT6)
This 9-page assessment tool is your go-to sideline and immediate concussion assessment resource.
Concussions are complex and individual—and recognising them early is critical. A clear, structured assessment tool is essential.
The SCAT6 (Sport Concussion Assessment Tool – 6th Edition) is the gold-standard concussion screening tool recommended by the latest international consensus guidelines on concussion in sport (CISG). It is trusted worldwide by sports medicine professionals, physiotherapists, chiropractors, athletic trainers, and other health practitioners to help assess and identify concussions immediately after injury and throughout early recovery.
The SCAT6 includes:
- Structured assessment sections including red flags, observable signs, memory questions, symptom evaluation, balance testing, and cognitive screening
- Simple instructions and guidance for consistent application
- Clinician-friendly layout designed for rapid response, sideline clarity, and post-injury monitoring
Why it matters:
The SCAT6 helps clinicians and support teams screen for suspected concussions quickly and effectively—a key step in protecting brain health, guiding safe return-to-play decisions, and preventing further injury.
This is not a stand-alone diagnostic tool—but it’s a vital first step in comprehensive concussion care. When combined with education, clinical evaluation, and patient monitoring, the SCAT6 supports best-practice care aligned with the most current global standards.
