What is the maximum allowed injury time extension for head and neck evaluations when a health-care professional is present?

In wrestling, when a health-care professional is present, the rules allow for an extended period of injury time specifically for head and neck evaluations. This is critical because these areas are particularly sensitive and require thorough evaluation to prevent serious injuries. The maximum allowed injury time extension in this scenario is five minutes.

This time is crucial as it provides the health-care professional sufficient opportunity to assess the situation without unnecessarily rushing, ensuring the wrestler's safety and readiness to continue, or determining if they should be removed from the competition for their own well-being. This policy underlines the sport's commitment to the health and safety of its participants, prioritizing thorough assessment over time constraints. Other time limits are generally not applicable in this specific context of head and neck injuries, reflecting the distinct need for caution in these cases.