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February 19, 2026Brain Injury0 citations

Observed but overlooked (possible) concussions in slap fighting - a video analysis study

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YLYavuz LimaLKLevend KaraçobanYAYasin Atay

Key Points

  • To assess visibility of concussion signs in slap fighting and emphasize necessary training for officials.
  • Conducted a video analysis of slap fighting events.
  • Identified visible signs of concussions, focusing on motor incoordination.
  • Evaluated current training protocols for referees and ringside physicians.
  • Highlighted a significant number of overlooked concussion signs during competitions.
  • Recommended structured training for officials to better recognize concussion symptoms.
  • Emphasized the importance of medical assessment for all suspected concussion cases.

Abstract

Findings underscore the need for referees and ringside physicians to receive structured training in identifying visible concussion signs-particularly motor incoordination-and to ensure that all suspected cases are referred for medical assessment and withheld from continuing competition.

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Lima et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6996a77aecb39a600b3ed1a3https://doi.org/10.1080/02699052.2026.2629943
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