2017
DOI: 10.17159/2078-516x/2016/v28i1a1206
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On-field identification and management of concussion in amateur rugby union

Abstract: Background: Rugby is a popular team sport and due to its contact nature carries a relatively high potential for injury, including concussion. Moreover, it is estimated that as much as 50% of concussions are not reported due to a variety of reasons, including not considering the injury to be sufficiently serious or not wanting to miss game time. Objectives: The aim of this brief review was to investigate and summarise current best practice for on-field identification and on-field management of concussion in ama… Show more

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“…The high prevalence (50-75%) of under-reporting is primarily due to the difficulty in detecting a SRC. [8,9] Other reasons for not reporting these injuries include athletes thinking that the injury is not serious, and a lack of knowledge regarding SRC symptoms. [9,10,11] Male athletes are less likely to report a SRC compared to females, as reporting an injury has been shown to impact on their athletic identity, and they fear being perceived as weak by their coach, team-mates, or parents.…”
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“…The high prevalence (50-75%) of under-reporting is primarily due to the difficulty in detecting a SRC. [8,9] Other reasons for not reporting these injuries include athletes thinking that the injury is not serious, and a lack of knowledge regarding SRC symptoms. [9,10,11] Male athletes are less likely to report a SRC compared to females, as reporting an injury has been shown to impact on their athletic identity, and they fear being perceived as weak by their coach, team-mates, or parents.…”
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confidence: 99%