BHA to examine concussion

The British Horseracing Authority’s medical team will from next month look at “better ways to manage concussion” by imposing more rigorous testing on jockeys.

In an interview with the Times, BHA chief medical adviser Dr Jerry Hill said riders will have to undergo a three-part test of balance – an issue known to be affected during a concussion – when they apply for their yearly professional licence.

More stringent background checks on historical problems regarded as potential contributory factors to concussion, such as depression and …

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