Injury study in young elite rugby players
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tracks injuries in elite youth rugby players (U14 and up) registered with the RCT Association. If you or your child plays and gets injured, the study will record details to better understand injury patterns and improve safety.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be a licensed rugby player (boy or girl) in the RCT Association program, starting from U14 category.
- You must have at least one injury that needed a doctor's visit between August 1, 2024 and June 30, 2026.
- You (or your parents if under 18) must agree to be part of the research.
- You must be under the medical care of the RCT Association.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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