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IRB Medical Regulation regarding concussion
On a Sunday morning, do you have a headache, feel dizzy or are confused? If so, it might not be the evening before, but more seriously, concussion.
Please click on the link below for the International Rugby Board guidelines on Concussion.
IRB Concussion Guidelines
Please take the time to read and understand.
The summary principles are:
• Concussion must be taken extremely seriously to safeguard the long term welfare of Players.
• Players suspected of having concussion must be removed from play and must not resume play in the match.
• Players suspected of having concussion must be medically assessed.
• Players suspected of having concussion or diagnosed with concussion must go through a graduated return to play protocol (GRTP).
• Players must receive medical clearance before returning to play.
IRB Concussion Guidelines
Please take the time to read and understand.
The summary principles are:
• Concussion must be taken extremely seriously to safeguard the long term welfare of Players.
• Players suspected of having concussion must be removed from play and must not resume play in the match.
• Players suspected of having concussion must be medically assessed.
• Players suspected of having concussion or diagnosed with concussion must go through a graduated return to play protocol (GRTP).
• Players must receive medical clearance before returning to play.
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