Cross-sectional study evaluates concussion knowledge and attitudes among non-professional rugby players, indicating gaps in understanding CTE.
Key Points
Non-professional rugby players showed a mean concussion knowledge score of 20.1 out of 25, indicating general awareness but highlighting knowledge gaps.
The study found that 81.1% of participants expressed interest in further education on chronic traumatic encephalopathy, showing a proactive attitude toward learning.
Cross-sectional analysis included 529 rugby players in Ireland, assessing their knowledge and attitudes toward concussion and CTE using the RoCKAS-ST survey.
Gaps in knowledge about concussion symptoms and unsafe attitudes were particularly noted among school players, pointing to a need for targeted educational interventions.