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Concussion in Rugby: Recognise and Remove
Maggie Alphonsi, Emilee Cherry, Keven Mealamu, Sergio Parrise, Dr. Jamie Roberts join together for the IRB's concussion promo.
Wed 3 September, 2014

Recognise and Remove

Learn the signs and symptoms of a concussion so you understand when an athlete might have a suspected concussion.


The World Rugby Recognise and Remove message incorporates 6 'Rs':

Recognise

Learn the signs and symptoms of a concussion so you understand when an athlete might have a suspected concussion. 

Remove

If an athlete has a concussion or even a suspected concussion he or she must be removed from play immediately.

Refer

Once removed from play, the player should be referred immediately to a qualified healthcare professional who is trained in evaluating and treating concussions.

Rest

Players must rest from exercise until symptom-free and then start a Graduated Return to Play. World Rugby recommends a more conservative return to play for children and adolescents.

Recover

Full recovery from the concussion is required before return to play is authorized. This includes being symptom-free. Rest and specific treatment options are critical for the health of the injured participant.

Return

In order for safe return to play in Rugby, the athlete must be symptom-free and cleared in writing by a qualified healthcare professional who is trained in evaluating and treating concussions. The athlete completes the GRTP (Graduated Return to Play) protocol.

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