Concussion Archives - Talking Rugby Union

Tim Stimpson Interview: We love the intensity of rugby but we don’t want it to come at a price

May 26, 2021

The former Leicester Tiger is part of the lobby group, Progressive Rugby, and is keen to see the research around reducing concussions move further…

Josh Navidi is back and he is aiming for Grand Slam glory with Wales

March 17, 2021

Wales flanker Josh Navidi was named man of the match against Italy and the Cardiff Blues man looks back to his best after suffering…

Rugby needs to ‘change its culture’ over concussion injuries

December 23, 2020

Dr Matthew Attwood of Cardiff Met University believes the resources are already out there to help reduce the number of concussion injuries.

Why wearable technologies could create more informed decisions around head injuries

December 22, 2020

Northumbria University are conducting extensive research into concussion injuries by testing wearable technologies on their leading rugby teams.

Jamie Roberts: Concussion cases will help improve player protection

December 18, 2020

Dragons and Wales star Jamie Roberts hopes the concussion cases in rugby will allow the sport to build on the ‘significant’ protocols which are…

Adam Hughes Exclusive: I hope my story can send out a strong message

December 18, 2020

The former Dragons and Exeter centre is the youngest player to join the legal action against rugby’s authorities and he spoke exclusively to Talking…

Legal action on concussion launched by former players against governing bodies

December 17, 2020

A further six former players have joined the concussion legal action launched against rugby authorities and the law firm representing the ex-professionals have also…

I felt incredibly well looked after during my playing days – Conor O’Shea

December 11, 2020

Conor O’Shea has admitted he felt ‘incredibly well looked after’ throughout his playing career and believes there are constant improvements being made to reduce…

Greg Bateman Exclusive: Concussion problems need to be addressed sooner rather than later

December 11, 2020

Dragons forward Greg Bateman believes concussion in rugby must be looked at “sooner rather than later” after some former players have claimed the sport…

The key issues around the potential concussion litigation group and their legal action

December 9, 2020

Trainee solicitor at Morgan Sports Law with expertise in Rugby Union, Ben Cisneros, highlights the key issues surrounding the proposed group litigation action on…