NSW implements new concussion guidelines

A new state-wide management plan for dealing with concussion in sport has been announced by the NSW government, involving players, officials and parents.

New state-wide guidelines for managing concussion in sport will require up to 48 hours of physical and mental rest before players in NSW return to activity.

The NSW government has provided a $78,350 grant to Sports Medicine Australia to develop the guidelines and run awareness workshops across the state to help trigger a "sector-wide culture shift" about the condition, Minister for Sport Stuart Ayres said in a statement on Friday.

"There is nothing tough about playing with a concussion. I encourage players, sports officials and parents to remember the three 'R's' - recognise the symptoms, remove from play and refer to a medical professional," Mr Ayres said.