HEADCHECK Health

11/24/2025

We're thrilled to continue to support the Lethbridge Polytechnic Kodiaks this school year!

"HEADCHECK provides our medical team with trusted tools for concussion assessment and management," says Head Athletic Therapist Carolyn Glavacevic, "helping us make informed decisions that keep our athletes safe on and off the field."

Go Kodiaks!

11/21/2025

Athletes train hard, pushing through pain and discomfort to perform at their peak. So when injury strikes, especially a concussion, the physical and mental toll can be devastating.

For some, recovery isn’t quick, and post-concussion syndrome can bring persistent symptoms like fatigue, memory issues, and depression. Even daily tasks can feel impossible.

Athletes shouldn’t be on their own when it comes to managing these mental health challenges. On our blog, we look at the four ways that parents, trainers, managers, coaches, and healthcare providers can help to to manage the psychological effects of concussion.

Read more to discover four ways to tackle mental health and concussions.

11/18/2025

🚨 NEW PODCAST EPISODE! 🚨 Former OHL player Ben Fanelli joins us to share his remarkable journey from a near-fatal head injury to becoming a leading voice in athlete well-being.

After rebuilding his life beyond hockey, Ben founded the Heroic Minds platform, pursued psychotherapy, and now supports players across major Canadian leagues as an Advisor of Player Well-Being. We explore resilience, identity, concussion recovery and how to build a healthier culture in youth sport. Ben opens up about the pressures young athletes face, the hidden emotional toll of injuries, and what it truly takes to become the hero of your own story.

11/13/2025

We're thrilled to be working with the Sydney Mitsubishi Rush U18 team again this season!

"This is the second season the Sydney Mitsubishi Rush of the NSU18MHL will be using HEADCHECK Health Pro for concussion and injury management for our athletes and it has been an exceptional addition to our program," said Medical Trainer Austin Chapman.

11/12/2025

Last week, the HEADCHECK team was thrilled to attend the PrimeTime Sports & Entertainment Inc. Conference in Toronto! It was a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with familiar faces, build new relationships, and exchange ideas on advancing athlete safety and wellness.

A heartfelt thank-you to the outstanding panelists who joined our session, “Protecting Athletes: Mental Health, Concussion Protocols & Safety Innovations” hosted by our very own Harrison Brown. Your insights and expertise made for an inspiring discussion.

We’re already looking forward to next year’s event!

Photo Credit: Kristina Laukkanen Photo and Films

11/06/2025

Our latest podcast is now live! In this episode of HEADCHECK Health Talks, host Eric VanderHelm sits down with athletic therapist and educator Tristan Sandhu.

We talk with Tristan about his experience working as an athletic trainer in the CFL, his approach injury prevention and treatment, advice for future ATs, and how HEADCHECK helps make his job easier. Additionally, Tristan shares details about his upcoming virtual conference, Impact to Recovery: Concussion in Sport.

11/05/2025

The HEADCHECK team is excited to continue supporting the Central Zone Rockets U18AA team this year!🏒

"This is our second season using HEADCHECK Health," said Head Coach & GM Tim Nikolai.

"Last season we found it to be a tremendous benefit in helping to take the guesswork out of hockey injuries. While our primary use is for providing a formal protocol for head contact situations, it is also very useful for tracking other injuries and ensuring that proper recovery is obtained before our player returns to the ice."

Best of luck this season!

11/04/2025

The HEADCHECK team is excited to be at the 2025 PrimeTime Sports Management Conference & Trade Show in Toronto! Visit our booth to meet the team and discover how HEADCHECK can support your organization in optimizing player safety and performance.

10/31/2025

🎃👻This Halloween, the scariest thing isn’t a ghost... it’s a mismanaged concussion.🧠😱

In sports, playing through a head injury isn’t brave — it’s dangerous.

Returning too soon can lead to long-term cognitive effects, delayed recovery, or even second impact syndrome, which can be catastrophic.

Scare away the concussion boogeyman with HEADCHECK.

10/29/2025

Lacrosse is a fast-paced and exciting sport that can lead to college scholarship opportunities. However, youth players are twice as likely as their older counterparts to suffer injuries and concussions, making it crucial for parents to understand the risks and how to help keep their kids safe.

Resources, facts, and tools to help lacrosse parents deal with concussions.

10/24/2025

We're thrilled to continue working with the Fernie Ghostriders this hockey season!

"As an athletic therapist in a high contact sport, health and safety is my priority," said team Athletic Therapist Ashley Springle.

"HEADCHECK allows me to work in conjunction with the medical team, but also lets the athletes be a part of their own recovery and return to play. It gives me peace of mind knowing we’re all on the same page with the injury, and return to sport and life."

Playing in Fernie, British Columbia, The Fernie Ghostriders are a Junior A hockey team and member of the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL).

10/20/2025

For the past six years, HEADCHECK has been a digital foundation of Major League Soccer's concussion protocol.

HEADCHECK is utilized at every MLS match and provides the league with clear, easy protocol compliance auditing and reporting.

We're proud to support MLS in their commitment to the effectiveness of their protocol and the well-being of their players.

Protect your athletes, mitigate liability, and lead in safety. See how HEADCHECK can help at https://na3.hubs.ly/y09c5y0