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Natalie Brown1,2, Geneviève K R Williams3, Anna Stodter4
1Applied, Sports, Technology, Exercise and Medicine (A-STEM) Research Centre, Swansea University, Swansea SA1 8EN, UK.
Summary
This study surveyed women rugby players and coaches globally about concussion, injury, and menstrual cycle impacts. Findings will inform sport adaptations for better player health and lifelong engagement.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Women's Health
- Rugby Union Research
Background:
- Rugby Union is a high-collision sport with over a third of participants being women and girls.
- Current research, laws, and regulations predominantly stem from men's rugby, lacking specificity for women's needs.
- Limited understanding exists regarding women's specific experiences with injury, concussion, and training.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate women rugby players' and coaches' understanding, experiences, and attitudes towards concussion and injury.
- To explore the perceived implications of the menstrual cycle on training and performance in women's rugby.
- To gather data for developing targeted injury prevention strategies and support systems.
Main Methods:
- An online, open, cross-sectional survey distributed globally to women rugby players and coaches.
- Snowball sampling utilized via rugby governing bodies and social media platforms.
- Professional translation into eight languages ensured broader accessibility and data accuracy.
Main Results:
- 1596 players from 62 countries and 296 coaches from 37 countries completed the anonymous surveys.
- Data collected on player and coach experiences with concussion, injury prevention, and training.
- Insights gathered on the menstrual cycle's influence on training and performance.
Conclusions:
- Understanding women's rugby experiences is crucial for promoting lifelong participation and well-being.
- This research protocol lays the groundwork for essential adaptations in women's rugby.
- Findings will inform evidence-based practices for injury management and performance optimization in the women's game.
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