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Concussion rates amongst rugby players have declined

A new study from University of Limerick has showed that concussions and injury rates amongst rugb...

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06.45 19 Jun 2026


Concussion rates amongst rugby players have declined


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06.45 19 Jun 2026


A new study from University of Limerick has showed that concussions and injury rates amongst rugby players have declined since the IRFU lowered the tackle height.  

One of the researchers who led the study was Dr Ian Kenny, Professor of Biomechanics at the University of Limerick.


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