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January 8, 2026CureusOpen Access

Knowledge and Attitudes of Youth Ice Hockey Players and Their Parents Toward Concussion in the United Kingdom

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Key result

Parents of youth ice hockey players demonstrated significantly higher concussion knowledge (mean CKI 19.69 vs 17.86, p=0.0011) and safer attitudes toward management compared to the players themselves.

Why the study?

There was a lack of research investigating concussion knowledge and attitudes among youth ice hockey players and their parents in the United Kingdom, with previous research primarily originating from North America.

Population

29 youth ice hockey players and 55 parents in the United Kingdom

Comparison

Youth players vs parents

Design

Survey study

Authors

CFChristopher FoxAJAine K Jones

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Overview

Highlights UK youth hockey concussion knowledge gaps; leaves open whether education improves reporting or outcomes.

Study Design

Type

Cross-Sectional (n=84)

Structured PICO

P
Population
84 participants, comprising 29 youth ice hockey players and 55 parents in the United Kingdom, assessed for their knowledge and attitudes regarding sports-related concussions.
O
Outcome
Concussion knowledge (Concussion Knowledge Index [CKI]) and attitudes toward concussion management (Concussion Attitudes Index [CAI])patient reported

Main Result

Absolute Event Rate: 19.69% vs 17.86%

p-value: p=0.0011

Youth ice hockey players in the UK demonstrate substantial variability and misconceptions regarding concussion knowledge and unsafe return-to-play attitudes compared to their parents, highlighting a need for targeted education.

Limitations

  • Cross-sectional survey design carries an inherent risk of selection bias.
  • Small sample size of 55 parents and 29 players limits generalizability.
  • Focus on players aged 14-18 years means results may not apply to younger age groups.
  • Attitude index reflects what players believe they should do, which may not correspond to real-world actions.
  • The survey instrument was developed in North America and contains culturally specific items that may have confused a British audience.
  • Small sample size

Cite This Study

Fox et al. (2026) conducted a cross-sectional in Concussion (n=84). Parent status vs. Youth player status was evaluated on Concussion Knowledge Index (CKI) score (p=0.0011). Parents of youth ice hockey players demonstrated significantly higher concussion knowledge (mean CKI 19.69 vs 17.86, p=0.0011) and safer attitudes toward management compared to the players themselves.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a98cd8d1c4dac29babd414bhttps://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.101130
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