

The data from the app trial will help test whether those guidelines - with the mantra 'if in doubt, sit it out' - are effective.

In April, the government announced UK-wide concussion guidelines for grassroots sport aimed at parents, coaches, referees and players. The app has been well received in initial trials, and sports minister Stuart Andrew said: "I would encourage organisations to get involved." That information can then be shared instantly with all relevant parties. It allows users to record and manage head injuries, suspected concussions and other sports-related injuries.
