Concussed players staying on the pitch

Some rugby players are still playing on despite receiving concussive head injuries, according to a study.

A survey of 76 players – including some women internationals – found that of those who had been concussed on the pitch, 40% carried on playing.

The survey, details of which have been published in the Irish Journal of Medical Science, also found that three-quarters of players said they would continue to play in an important game, even if they were concussed.