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Flashing mouthguards that signal a head injury will soon hit the rugby field – are they a game changer?

Flashing mouthguards that signal a head injury will soon hit the rugby field – are they a game changer?

New mouthguard technology to detect possible concussion will make its debut at the Women’s Rugby World Cup. It could soon be more common at all...

21.08.2025 10

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Nick Draper

Rugby headgear can’t prevent concussion – but new materials could soften the blows over a career

Research suggests new headgear could reduce the overall collision ‘burden’ on players over a season or career, with potential benefits for...

11.07.2025 10

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Nick Draper