• Sudden chest pain
• Shortness of breath
• Rapid breathing
• Chest tightness
• Fatigue

• Sudden sharp chest pain
• Feeling like you can’t catch your breath
• Tight or heavy chest

• Blunt trauma to chest
• High-impact collision
• Rib fracture puncturing lung
• Sudden pressure changes

• Did you feel sudden chest pain after impact?
• Are you short of breath at rest?
• Does breathing feel difficult or restricted?

Educational only — not a medical diagnosis.

1. 1Stop activity immediately
2. 2Seek emergency medical care
3. 3Stay calm and limit movement
4. 4Do not return to play

• Severe shortness of breath
• Chest pain worsening quickly
• Blue lips or skin
• Rapid heart rate
• Loss of consciousness

• Follow medical clearance strictly
• Avoid activity until fully healed
• Gradual return under supervision
• Monitor breathing closely