invisible injury

Concussion Ends All Black Broadhurst’s Career

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One-Test All Black James Broadhurst announced his retirement from rugby on Friday, saying he had been unable to shake off the impacts of concussion. The 29-year-old has not played since suffering two head knocks representing Taranaki in August 2015, revealing he still suffers symptoms that affect his daily life more than 18 months later. Broadhurst … Read more

Aussie Rugby Lawsuit Could Change Concussion Approach

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A landmark concussion lawsuit by a former National Rugby League player has rocked Australia’s sporting community and could have far-reaching consequences for how the condition is diagnosed and treated. While sport often dominates headlines in Australia, experts want more focus on head knocks — an “invisible injury” sometimes dismissed as a badge of honour in … Read more