Rugby | Revolutionizing Concussion Care in Community Rugby: Neuroflex Partners with Groote Schuur Concussion Clinic
[Cape Town 8th April 2024] - Neuroflex proudly announces its ground breaking partnership with the Groote Schuur Concussion Clinic to deliver pioneering concussion care to community rugby players. This collaboration marks a significant advancement in ensuring the safety and well-being of athletes, with our inaugural community partnership set to launch at the opening game of the season with The Busy Bee Rugby Club in Langa.
The official announcement will take place at the Langa Stadium during the first home game of the season on Saturday, April 13th, 2024. This partnership heralds a new era in concussion management, leveraging state-of-the-art virtual reality technology to precisely monitor eye and head movements. By eliminating guesswork, Neuroflex provides objective assessments to determine the presence of concussion, enabling tailored treatment plans for the individual.
"While most individuals recover from concussion symptoms within weeks, a significant portion continue to experience long-lasting effects that greatly impact their quality of life," says Eddie Edwards (Neuroflex) "Our partnership empowers community rugby players with access to gold standard care previously available only to professional athletes."
It's imperative to recognize that concussion protocols in community rugby remain unchanged: recognize and remove. Neuroflex supplements these protocols by establishing baseline measurements and aiding in rehabilitation post-injury. Even without a baseline, our technology utilizes cohort norms for accurate assessment and treatment.
Looking ahead, Neuroflex envisions a broader scope beyond rugby, utilizing longitudinal data to address various neurological conditions within communities. Incorporating Neuroflex into annual medical check-ups offers an invaluable objective measure of brain health, enhancing overall well-being.
