Concussion forces ex-Leinster player Ryan to retire Former Leinster forward Dominic Ryan has been forced to retire from rugby due to concussion. Rugby • 08 Sep 18
Concussion forces ex-Leinster player Ryan to retire Former Leinster forward Dominic Ryan has been forced to retire from rugby due to concussion. Rugby • 08 Sep 18
World Rugby to trial new low tackle laws World Rugby is to trial two new low tackle laws to combat the risk of head injuries. Rugby • 25 May 18
World Rugby to trial new low tackle laws World Rugby is to trial two new low tackle laws to combat the risk of head injuries. Rugby • 25 May 18
Underhill amends tackle technique after two concussions Sam Underhill has modified his tackle technique as he hopes his new brain-over-brawn approach will help extend his career. Rugby • 23 Jan 18
Underhill amends tackle technique after two concussions Sam Underhill has modified his tackle technique as he hopes his new brain-over-brawn approach will help extend his career. Rugby • 23 Jan 18
Alan Dillon opens up about experience of head injuries Recently retired Mayo footballer Alan Dillon has discussed his experience with head injuries, including an incident in a county final when his vision was temporarily impaired. GAA • 16 Dec 17
Alan Dillon opens up about experience of head injuries Recently retired Mayo footballer Alan Dillon has discussed his experience with head injuries, including an incident in a county final when his vision was temporarily impaired. GAA • 16 Dec 17
Leinster duo to undergo HIAs before Glasgow trip Leinster will await medical updates on Noel Reid and James Ryan before deciding whether the duo will be available for their Pro14 clash with Glasgow on Friday night. Rugby • 30 Oct 17
Leinster duo to undergo HIAs before Glasgow trip Leinster will await medical updates on Noel Reid and James Ryan before deciding whether the duo will be available for their Pro14 clash with Glasgow on Friday night. Rugby • 30 Oct 17
New study to probe football link to dementia The English FA and Professional Footballers' Association are to conduct research into whether is a link between players suffering dementia later in life after a career in the game. Soccer • 30 Mar 17
New study to probe football link to dementia The English FA and Professional Footballers' Association are to conduct research into whether is a link between players suffering dementia later in life after a career in the game. Soccer • 30 Mar 17
Conor Murray incident to be investigated by EPCR European Professional Club Rugby are set to investigate the circumstances surrounding an incident during the Glasgow v Munster Champions Cup tie where Conor Murray was allowed to play on after suffering a bang to the head in a tackle. Rugby • 17 Jan 17
Conor Murray incident to be investigated by EPCR European Professional Club Rugby are set to investigate the circumstances surrounding an incident during the Glasgow v Munster Champions Cup tie where Conor Murray was allowed to play on after suffering a bang to the head in a tackle. Rugby • 17 Jan 17
Saints clear over North incident as Sarries cited World Rugby will not punish Northampton despite ruling that the club's medics wrongfully let George North return after a suspected head injury, while Saracens duo Richard Barrington and Brad Barritt will face a disciplinary hearing over a dangerous tackle. Rugby • 09 Jan 17
Saints clear over North incident as Sarries cited World Rugby will not punish Northampton despite ruling that the club's medics wrongfully let George North return after a suspected head injury, while Saracens duo Richard Barrington and Brad Barritt will face a disciplinary hearing over a dangerous tackle. Rugby • 09 Jan 17
Cullen - Players aware of new tackle law Leinster head coach Leo Cullen admits he is sometimes "shocked" that players don't understand instructions as the province become the first Irish team to play under the new tackle laws. Rugby • 05 Jan 17
Cullen - Players aware of new tackle law Leinster head coach Leo Cullen admits he is sometimes "shocked" that players don't understand instructions as the province become the first Irish team to play under the new tackle laws. Rugby • 05 Jan 17
Rugby authorities face flak over North decision Former Saracens captain Alistair Hargreaves says the failure by the Rugby Football Union and Premiership Rugby to sanction Northampton for their handling of George North's latest head injury a "disgrace". Rugby • 22 Dec 16
Rugby authorities face flak over North decision Former Saracens captain Alistair Hargreaves says the failure by the Rugby Football Union and Premiership Rugby to sanction Northampton for their handling of George North's latest head injury a "disgrace". Rugby • 22 Dec 16
Furlong welcomes World Rugby head guidelines World Rugby has issued a series of new guidelines aimed at reducing reckless and accidental head contact in the game. Rugby • 14 Dec 16
Furlong welcomes World Rugby head guidelines World Rugby has issued a series of new guidelines aimed at reducing reckless and accidental head contact in the game. Rugby • 14 Dec 16
North concussion case could be landmark - Ritchie RFU chief executive Ian Ritchie believes the investigation into the latest concussion to have seen George North stood down from play could prove a landmark moment in dealing with head trauma. Rugby • 14 Dec 16
North concussion case could be landmark - Ritchie RFU chief executive Ian Ritchie believes the investigation into the latest concussion to have seen George North stood down from play could prove a landmark moment in dealing with head trauma. Rugby • 14 Dec 16
George North stood down by Northampton Northampton Saints will not allow winger George North to play again until he undergoes an independent medical assessment on the head injury he suffered against Leicester Tigers on Saturday. Rugby • 06 Dec 16
George North stood down by Northampton Northampton Saints will not allow winger George North to play again until he undergoes an independent medical assessment on the head injury he suffered against Leicester Tigers on Saturday. Rugby • 06 Dec 16
Rugby authorities discuss new tackle laws Officials from World Rugby are discussing the results of a wide-ranging investigation into head injuries with one probable outcome being an experimental change in the laws surrounding the tackle. Rugby • 15 Nov 16
Rugby authorities discuss new tackle laws Officials from World Rugby are discussing the results of a wide-ranging investigation into head injuries with one probable outcome being an experimental change in the laws surrounding the tackle. Rugby • 15 Nov 16
Premiership to use new sideline head injury tech Doctors will use replay technology on the touchline to review real-time video footage of suspected head injuries in this season's English Aviva Premiership. Rugby • 02 Sep 16
Premiership to use new sideline head injury tech Doctors will use replay technology on the touchline to review real-time video footage of suspected head injuries in this season's English Aviva Premiership. Rugby • 02 Sep 16
US NFL unveil concussion protocol The National Football League said on Monday that teams could be fined heavily and forfeit future draft picks if they violate the concussion protocol. US Sport • 26 Jul 16
US NFL unveil concussion protocol The National Football League said on Monday that teams could be fined heavily and forfeit future draft picks if they violate the concussion protocol. US Sport • 26 Jul 16
Sexton: Concussion awareness has improved Johnny Sexton is the man in the middle of the concussion discussion but the Ireland player is getting fed up with what he sees as ignorant comments on the subject, writes Micil Glennon. Rugby • 28 Apr 16
Sexton: Concussion awareness has improved Johnny Sexton is the man in the middle of the concussion discussion but the Ireland player is getting fed up with what he sees as ignorant comments on the subject, writes Micil Glennon. Rugby • 28 Apr 16
'Brainband' joins fight against concussion If a couple of Australians have their way, the days when an athlete can take a big hit on the field then groggily pick himself up and head back into the fray will soon be gone. Rugby • 22 Mar 16
'Brainband' joins fight against concussion If a couple of Australians have their way, the days when an athlete can take a big hit on the field then groggily pick himself up and head back into the fray will soon be gone. Rugby • 22 Mar 16
Investigation backs referee on concussion call The Leinster Rugby Schools Committee has supported referee Gary Glennon following an investigation into a controversial incident in a Senior Cup game between Roscrea and Gonzaga College last month. Rugby • 10 Mar 16
Investigation backs referee on concussion call The Leinster Rugby Schools Committee has supported referee Gary Glennon following an investigation into a controversial incident in a Senior Cup game between Roscrea and Gonzaga College last month. Rugby • 10 Mar 16
Connacht's McSharry out for season with concussion Connacht centre Dave McSharry has been stood down for the rest of the season due to concussion. Rugby • 24 Feb 16
Connacht's McSharry out for season with concussion Connacht centre Dave McSharry has been stood down for the rest of the season due to concussion. Rugby • 24 Feb 16
VIDEO: Rob Kearney on the physical toll of rugby Ireland full-back Rob Kearney insists that rugby hasn’t become an overly physical game – despite the injury suffered by his brother on Saturday. Six Nations • 17 Feb 16
VIDEO: Rob Kearney on the physical toll of rugby Ireland full-back Rob Kearney insists that rugby hasn’t become an overly physical game – despite the injury suffered by his brother on Saturday. Six Nations • 17 Feb 16
Expert warns concussion protocols not followed A leading sports surgeon has warned that teams may need to face sanctions for not following concussion protocols, following the controversy over Mayo's Lee Keegan remaining on the field in his side's defeat to Cork on Sunday. GAA • 01 Feb 16
Expert warns concussion protocols not followed A leading sports surgeon has warned that teams may need to face sanctions for not following concussion protocols, following the controversy over Mayo's Lee Keegan remaining on the field in his side's defeat to Cork on Sunday. GAA • 01 Feb 16
Lenihan fears for Sexton's career over concussions Donal Lenihan has said that if Johnny Sexton was his son he would be "extremely worried" for the Leinster and Ireland out-half, following his latest head injury. Six Nations • 26 Jan 16
Lenihan fears for Sexton's career over concussions Donal Lenihan has said that if Johnny Sexton was his son he would be "extremely worried" for the Leinster and Ireland out-half, following his latest head injury. Six Nations • 26 Jan 16
George North: I'm recovering well from concussion Wales and Northampton star George North says his recovery from concussion is "looking positive" and has played down Warren Gatland's worries ahead of the Rugby World Cup. Rugby • 12 May 15
George North: I'm recovering well from concussion Wales and Northampton star George North says his recovery from concussion is "looking positive" and has played down Warren Gatland's worries ahead of the Rugby World Cup. Rugby • 12 May 15
VIDEO: Against The Head concussion debate Watch a special feature in which Dr Rod McLoughlin of the IRFU explains how the organisation approaches the issue, followed by panel debate with Alan Quinlan, Brent Pope and Paddy Wallace. Rugby • 21 Apr 15
VIDEO: Against The Head concussion debate Watch a special feature in which Dr Rod McLoughlin of the IRFU explains how the organisation approaches the issue, followed by panel debate with Alan Quinlan, Brent Pope and Paddy Wallace. Rugby • 21 Apr 15
