导出博客文章Lots of things happened during the 240 minutes of World Club Series action last
weekend and there has been lots said and written about it. Im going to take a
week to reflect on the rugby before I comment but one thing stood out to me. It
wasnt a pass, tackle, kick, offload or try. No, it was the medical care given to
a player during a match. Concussion in sport is a hot topic at present. The
American actor Will Smith stars in a Hollywood movie about it and all major team
sports are trying their best to bring themselves up to speed with the latest
findings. Players, coaches, officials, administrators, fans and commentators
need to be aware of the latest guidelines regarding head injuries, and the way
that these are dealt with.The head coach and the CEO also have a responsibility
for the health and wellbeing of their players during a match. The coach doesnt
want an unsteady or disorientated player in his defensive line, nor does the CEO
wish to appear in a medical negligence hearing.We now know more than we did 20
years ago and its important that we all act on this knowledge. Highlights of
Sydney Roosters 38-12 win over St Helens in the World Club Series Early in the
game at Langtree Park last Friday Jayden Nikorima received a bang to the head
which left him lying on the ground.The chief medical officer for England Rugby
League, Dr Chris Brookes, was assisting the Roosters throughout the game and was
swiftly on the scene.He then followed the protocols sent out by the RFL to all
clubs and their medical staff to improve the care for players, while also
allowing those who are fit and able to carry on playing. Chester sacked by Hull
KR Chris Chester leaves Robins after poor start to the season Dr Brookes sent me
this to explain what happens: Concussion is a difficult and challenging
diagnosis to make.The injury itself is a disturbance in brain function following
a blow to the head and may reveal itself via a variety of symptoms and signs.
Examples of these are headache, unsteadiness, confusion or even change in the
players personality. Dr Chris Brookes congratulates Sean OLoughlin after
Englands win over France in 2012 It is therefore especially important that any
player suspected of suffering from concussion is removed from the field for a
comprehensive clinical assessment.When a player is removed from the field for a
concussion assessment, the laws of the game allow for a free interchange to
occur. This is time limited to not less than 15 minutes to allow the assessment,
at the end of which the player is either deemed fit to return or needs to be
permanently replaced.The assessment always occurs in the privacy of the dressing
room and the first five minutes are utilised in allowing the player to settle
from the intensity of the game and prepare for the formal concussion assessment.
This consists of a standard format, with a series of questions to assess the
players recollection of the game and then a conversation around the
circumstances of what happened to precipitate the injury.This is the followed by
evaluation of symptoms (headache, nausea, balance problems) and a series of
memory tests specifically focusing on memory and concentration.This
comprehensive raft of clinical tools provides the doctor with the necessary
suite of information upon which he/she can then make their final judgement
regarding return to play or withdraw the player from further participation. Hull
FC v Castleford Tigers Three key battles in Thursdays Super League clash Even if
they return to the field, they are continually observed for any signs suggestive
of concussion (eg poor balance) with re-evaluation at half-time or full-time as
appropriate.Our knowledge of concussion is continually evolving and I am proud
that rugby league is regarded as being at the vanguard of protecting our players
from unnecessary unpleasant and probably harmful complications of head
impacts.The RFL has a very good head injury management policy and all of the
medical staff have been invited to attend sessions provided by experts in this
area. Theyve received the latest protocols and been reminded of their duty of
care. Aidan Guerra is congratulated after scoring the second of Sydney Roosters
seven tries against St Helens Unfortunately for St Helens supporters, Nikorima
was passed fit to return and went on to have an outstanding game for the
Roosters.However, there is one suggestion that Id like to put to the Super
League clubs and Dr Brookes.Most of their coaches have a monitor which allows
them to watch the action. Some of them have this on a five-second delay so that
they can quickly review a missed tackle, try, etc.It would seem obvious to me
that they get their video analyst to provide the medical staff with a monitor
and feed of the game so that they can quickly review all of the injuries,
especially the ones to the head.I know that the score is important, but not as
important as a players health.Watch Hull FC v Castleford live on Sky Sports 2 HD
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charisma will be an asset. COLLEGE PARK, Md. -- A year ago, Maryland quarterback
Perry Hills ran the ball effectively for a bad football team.He also threw 13
interceptions, and thats why the fifth-year senior was in a competition for the
starting job this summer under new coach DJ Durkin.It didnt take long for Hills
to separate himself from the rest of the quarterbacks.What he showed us is what
everyone is seeing right now, Durkin said Tuesday. A guy that is really
confident about what hes doing.With Hills leading the way, undefeated Maryland
(4-0, 1-0 Big Ten) is averaging a whopping 43.4 points, including 50 last
Saturday in a rout of Purdue .Hills still takes off with the ball every now and
then, but for the most part hes operating Marylands high-powered offense instead
of running it.In 2015, Hills ran for 535 yards -- fourth-most by a Terrapins
quarterback in school history. But he had only eight touchdown passes, not
nearly enough to offset those 13 picks, and Maryland finished 3-9.This season,
Hills has 104 yards rushing. That includes 79 yards in losses, in part because
hes been content to absorb a sack rather than to force the ball downfield. Only
one of his 73 passes has been intercepted, and Hills has already thrown for five
scores.Last year, I kind of had more confidence in my legs because thats what I
worked on in the offseason, he said. I worked on throwing this offseason.The
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until Hills was intercepted on the opening possession against Purdue. When he
returned to the field, Hills led the Terrapins 80 yards in six plays, capping
the drive with an 11-yard touchdown pass.Although Durkin wasnt pleased with the
turnover, he loved the way Hills reacted to the temporary setback.Perry didnt
put his head down, Durkin said. Thats what a confident guy does. You make a
mistake, jog off the field with your chin high and say I cant wait to get back
out there. The next drive we came out and made a point: Were throwing the ball.
We threw the ball, went right downfield and scored.Maryland already has more
wins than a year ago and can move within one victory of being bowl eligible with
a win at Penn State (3-2, 1-1) on Saturday.The Nittany Lions improved to 3-0 at
home with a 29-26 overtime win over Minnesota on Saturday.Its definitely nice to
go back to Pennsylvania, said Hills, who grew up in Pittsburgh. Ill have some
family at the game, but other than that, its our next Big Ten opponent.Visiting
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whistle, Hills plans to be all business.He has the respect of his teammates.
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