Factors associated with concussion management behavior in Ladies Gaelic Football players.
Brain Inj
; 37(10): 1159-1166, 2023 08 24.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Sport-related concussion (SRC) management may be poor in community sports such as Ladies Gaelic Football (LGF). This study examined factors associated with SRC management behavior in adult LGF players.METHODS:
Participants (n = 657) answered an online survey on demographic factors, concussion knowledge, attitudes, and education, and SRC management behavior. Data from participants who reported sustaining an LGF-related SRC during the previous year (n = 115) were further analyzed.RESULTS:
Being diagnosed with SRC was the main factor influencing subacute management behavior. Players with diagnosed SRCs had increased odds of following a graded return-to-play (RTP) programme (OR = 4.89), following a medically supervised graded RTP programme (OR = 10.16), and being medically cleared before full RTP (OR = 13.45) compared with those with suspected SRCs. Concussion history was associated with increased odds of informing a coach of a possible SRC (OR = 2.86). Demographic factors, previous use of Ladies Gaelic Football Association concussion education resources, and concussion knowledge and attitudes had minimal or no influence on management behaviors.CONCLUSION:
Greater access to medical personnel at LGF training and matches is recommended. Due to limited medical resources in community sport, a clear referral pathway for players with SRC and comprehensive SRC education should be introduced to ensure players receive adequate medical care.Palabras clave
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01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Traumatismos en Atletas
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Conmoción Encefálica
Tipo de estudio:
Diagnostic_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
Límite:
Adult
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Brain Inj
Asunto de la revista:
CEREBRO
Año:
2023
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Irlanda