Flashing mouthgards for concussion to be introduced at Women’s Rugby World Cup
The article discusses the introduction of flashing LED mouthguards in rugby union to help detect and manage concussions. The mouthguards will flash red if a player sustains a significant head impact, prompting the referee to stop play and the player to undergo a head injury assessment. This system will debut at the upcoming Women's Rugby World Cup and then be implemented across the men's and women's elite game. The World Rugby officials believe the flashing mouthguards will raise awareness about head injuries and concussions among players, match officials, and fans. The new technology aims to improve player safety and the management of potential concussions in the sport.
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