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Soccer-How virtual reality could help reduce brain injuries

By Peter Hall
Journalist Pete Hall checks the virtual reality headset "Player 22" by Rezzil, used by pro footballers to combat the risks of concussion from heading, in Manchester, Britain, August 24, 2021. REUTERS/Peter Powell

MANCHESTER, England (Reuters) - Heading is an integral part of soccer, but its links to lasting brain injuries are proving hard to ignore.

However, one software company feels it has a solution to the damaging impact it can have - virtual reality.

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