Lab Notes: These high-tech mouthguards predict concussions
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If you've been watching the Women's Rugby World Cup, you may have noticed players have been wearing special mouthguards that light up when they've suffered a significant knock to the head.
It's the first time these concussion-predicting mouthguards have been trialled at a major competition.
So in the wake of recent concussion concerns, from professional AFL and rugby league to community competitions, is this the future of sport?
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- Kate O’Halloran, digital journalist with ABC Sport
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Women's Rugby World Cup players trialling flashing mouthguards to help predict concussions
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