ArticleThe South African journal of physiotherapy2021
Prevalence of concussion and adherence to return-to-play guidelines amongst male secondary school rugby and hockey players.
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- Predictors of concussion management pathway adherence in New Zealand community rugby: A prospective cohort study.JSAMS plus · 2026Article
- E-concussion? an investigation of the representation of head impact events and concussion within popular sport-based video games.PloS one · 2025Article
- Concussion response and recovery in men and women's rugby union: A reflexive thematic analysis of player interviews.PloS one · 2024Article
- Concussion injury management, perception, and knowledge in amateur field hockey.South African journal of sports medicine · 2023Article
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Abstract
backgroundConcussion injuries are common in contact sports. Young players can suffer life-threatening complications if concussion is not recognised and managed.
objectivesTo determine the prevalence of concussion amongst secondary school rugby and hockey players and describe players' knowledge and adherence to return-to-play guidelines.
methodA mixed-method approach included Phase A, which utilised a questionnaire completed by 221 players (
resultsThe prevalence of concussion (
conclusionNearly a third had suffered a concussion injury; having suffered a concussion, and awareness of return-to-play guidelines, did not guarantee adherence to return-to-play protocols. Peer pressure and intrinsic factors explained this lack of adherence. CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS: Physiotherapists are often involved with the diagnosis and management of concussion injuries among rugby and hockey players. Understanding the prevalence and the reasons why young players do not adhere to the 'return to play' guidelines may inform preventative strategies.
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