Sport-related concussion knowledge and attitudes among football players and coaches in Ghana and medical professionals in Nigeria: a cross-sectional study
Cross-sectional study evaluates concussion knowledge in football players and coaches in Ghana, and medical professionals in Nigeria, highlighting education needs.
Key Points
This study aims to assess the knowledge and attitudes towards sport-related concussions among football players and coaches in Ghana, along with medical professionals in Nigeria.
Cross-sectional survey using the Rosenbaum Concussion Knowledge and Attitudes Survey
Participants included 182 football players, 45 coaches, and 80 medical professionals
Questionnaires assessed knowledge, attitudes, and management practices regarding SRC
Concussion knowledge was poor to moderate among players (40% ± 10%) and moderate among coaches (49% ± 10%)
Only 14% of medical professionals had received formal concussion training; 96% supported inclusion in professional education
Symptom recognition was low among players (11-42%), although coaches recognized more signs (50-98%).