The effect of sub-concussive impacts during a rugby tackling drill on brain function - McNabb C, Reha T, Georgieva J, Jacques A, Netto K, Lavender AP.

Concussion is known to detrimentally affect brain health. Rugby tackles commonly occur with high collision force between tackler and ball carrier, and low impact head contact is not uncommon. Cognitive deficits following a bout of soccer ball heading has b...
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