New generation of headgear for rugby: impact reduction of linear and rotational forces by a viscoelastic material-based rugby head guard

摘要

ObjectivesIn the aim to develop a usable and wearable head guard for rugby that could reduce impact energy and lessen the likelihood of concussive and subconcussive injury during play, a combination of viscoelastic materials was employed to develop a guard with similar dimensions to those currently used in international rugby.