Neck Training: A Key to Concussion Prevention

Strengthening the neck to reduce head impacts in sports

Concussions remain one of the biggest concerns in rugby, football, hockey, and combat sports. They are often linked to head acceleration events (HAEs), sudden head movements caused by direct or indirect impacts. Repeated HAEs, even when sub-concussive, can jeopardize long-term brain health.

Emerging research, including a 2025 systematic review in the British Journal of Sports Medicine and a Delphi consensus, highlights a promising strategy: neck strengthening. Stronger and more reactive neck muscles can help stabilize the head, reduce excessive motion on impact, and potentially lower the risk of concussion.

In our article “Neck Training for Concussion Prevention”, we cover the latest scientific insights, present the expert consensus framework, and provide practical strategies for coaches, therapists, and sports organizations. The article also demonstrates how modern solutions like Kinvent’s connected solution make it possible to objectively measure neck strength, monitor progress, and tailor programs to each athlete’s context.

By bridging science, expert recommendations, and innovative technology, neck training becomes an effective, accessible, and measurable pillar of concussion prevention in sports.

Read the full article and learn how neck strengthening can protect athletes from concussions.