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Concussion in grassroots sport to be tracked by UK government

  • Free SportSmart app already has 165,000 users
  • ‘It is crucial we prioritise safety,’ says sports minister

The UK government is to conduct a two-year programme of research into concussion in grassroots sport, using an app to track the symptoms of injury and their treatment. With the potential to provide unprecedented insight into the prevalence of head injuries within amateur sport, the trial will be open to any grassroots organisation.

Data will ultimately be used to assess the effectiveness of the Concussion Guidelines for Grassroots Sport, new rules announced this year by the government and the Sports and Recreation Alliance.

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