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Is Helmet and Faceguard Modification Common in Hurling and Camogie and Why Is It Done?
S O’Connor1, C Daly2
1School of Health and Human Performance, Dublin City University, Dublin 9
Irish Medical Journal
|November 23, 2018
Summary
Many hurling and camogie players modify helmets, often for appearance, not safety. This practice, prevalent even on new gear, raises concerns about potential injury risks and the need for further research.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Biomechanics
- Injury Prevention
Background:
- Anecdotal evidence suggests Gaelic games athletes modify helmets, contravening regulations.
- Helmet and faceguard modifications may elevate injury risk in hurling and camogie.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of helmet and faceguard modifications in hurling and camogie.
- To identify the reasons behind these modifications among players.
Main Methods:
- An online questionnaire was distributed to 304 adult hurling and camogie players.
- The survey comprised 27 questions assessing helmet choice, modification habits, and rationale.
Main Results:
- Appearance (43%) dominated helmet brand choice, with safety cited by only 1.6%.
- 8% of helmets were modified pre-purchase; 31% of players modified their own helmets, often changing faceguards or removing bars.
- Key modification drivers included restricted vision, comfort, and perceived poor equipment quality.
- A significant majority (75.8%) supported increased education on helmet modifications.
Conclusions:
- Helmet and faceguard modifications are common in hurling and camogie, driven by factors other than safety.
- Further investigation into the link between these modifications and injury risk is warranted.
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