New protective headgear 'cuts impact by almost half'

Dundee University scientists have called for mandatory protective rugby headgear after a study showed it can cut impact levels by almost half.

• All headguards reduced the linear acceleration experienced on impact.

• The Canterbury Ventilator was the most effective, while the XBlades Elite was the least effective.

• The headguards used may not prevent all concussive injuries, but there is the potential for them to reduce the incidence.