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Eli Katoa - Head Injury Discussion
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A recent RLPA players poll has revealed some concerning attitudes towards concussion.
Players reported continuing to train after experiencing a suspected concussion
Men: 60%
Women 48%
Players felt pressure to continue to train with concussion symptoms
Men: 38%
Women: 28%
Players reported returning to train before receiving formal medical clearance
Men: 40%
Women: 37%
Players who reported continuing to train with concussions
Men: 29%
Women: 12%
The article also says that approximately one in three male players didn’t report concussion symptoms they had experienced at training
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Players reported continuing to train after experiencing a suspected concussion
Men: 60%
Women 48%
Players felt pressure to continue to train with concussion symptoms
Men: 38%
Women: 28%
Players reported returning to train before receiving formal medical clearance
Men: 40%
Women: 37%
Players who reported continuing to train with concussions
Men: 29%
Women: 12%
The article also says that approximately one in three male players didn’t report concussion symptoms they had experienced at training
‘Incredibly concerning’: Players covering up concussions at training, poll reveals
Nearly two thirds of NRL players continued to train after experiencing a suspected concussion, according to a Rugby League Players’ Association poll.
