Sexton 'shocked and saddened' by French doctor's 'totally inappropriate' concussion comments
The neurologist who recommended Sexton be stood down from rugby in 2014 today said he regretted suggesting the out-half has suffered 30 concussions.
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The neurologist who recommended Sexton be stood down from rugby in 2014 today said he regretted suggesting the out-half has suffered 30 concussions.
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The Brentford skipper sustained two concussions in quick succession this season.
Six Nations organisers have released a statement.
Johnny Sexton has spoken about his irritation and anger at being so closely linked with the head injury despite suffering ‘two or three ever’ in his career.
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Refs will be able to send players to the line if they display certain symptoms.
Payers with confirmed or suspected concussion will provide saliva samples immediately following the injury.
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Dr Bennet Omalu will speak at the Royal College of Surgeons in June.
Players with a suspected concussion will not be allowed return in the same match.
A major conference on concussive brain injuries will take place in Trinity College tomorrow.
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“It’s nice to say that we want to protect players but we’ve really got to put some action behind those words.”
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An Indiana University quarterback has taken the decision to protect his future.
He’s suffered ‘repeated head trauma’.
Concussion is an unavoidable subject for every collision sport.
His decision comes as a huge blow to Saracens.
‘The long-term welfare of the player is of utmost importance.’
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