Researchers to evaluate a new concussion protocol for rugby
21 August 2012
Researchers from the University of Bath have been chosen by the Rugby Football Union and Premiership Rugby to evaluate the trial of a Pitch Side Concussion Assessment, designed to give medical teams more time and a better environment to assess head injuries during play.
Dr Keith Stokes, Dr Grant Trewartha and PhD student Matt Cross from the University’s Department for Health will evaluate the season-long trial of a five-minute temporary replacement and standardised assessment for players with suspected concussion.
Dr Simon Kemp, Head of Sports Medicine at the RFU, said: “The independent evaluation will allow us to assess the effectiveness of the trial and the sensitivity and specificity of the assessment tool.
