Tag: irpa

  • IRB Welcomes Independent Concussion Study

    Dublin, July 18, 2014: Independent Concussion Study, The International Rugby Board welcomes the positive findings from an independent study evaluating the accuracy of the pitch-side assessment tool and process that has operated as a trial in elite Rugby. • Independent study highlights the benefits of PSCA • Results inform and guide enhancements to player assessment…

  • IRB and Unions Reaffirm Commitment to Concussion

    IRB and Unions Reaffirm Commitment to Concussion

    Dublin – Ireland, July 17, 2013: The International Rugby Board and its Member Unions have reaffirmed their commitment to ensure best-practice concussion management procedure delivery by undertaking a full review of the first year of the application of the Pitch side Suspected Concussion Assessment (PSCA) protocols to further enhance the delivery of the important player…