Comparison of branded rugby headguards on their effectiveness in reducing impact on the head
Aim To compare the available brands of rugby headguards and evaluate their impact attenuation properties at various locations on the cranium, with regard to concussion prevention.Methods Seven different branded headguards were fitted onto a rigid headform and drop-tested in three different positions...
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| Main Authors: | Erin R A Frizzell, Graham P Arnold, Weijie Wang, Rami J Abboud, Tim S Drew |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMJ Publishing Group
2018-12-01
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| Series: | BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine |
| Online Access: | https://bmjopensem.bmj.com/content/4/1/e000361.full |
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