Sportgait Partners With Arizona Boxing and MMA Commission to Enhance Athlete Safety Throughout the State

WILMINGTON, N.C., August 2, 2023 (Newswire.com) - SportGait, the brain wellness and medical technology company, is thrilled to announce its partnership with the Arizona Boxing and MMA Commission in an effort to enhance athlete safety throughout the state. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for both organizations as they join forces to implement advanced concussion management protocols and prioritize the well-being of Arizona's boxing and MMA athletes.

The Arizona Boxing and MMA Commission conducted extensive research and evaluation of various systems before selecting SportGait as their trusted partner. SportGait's cutting-edge science, innovative app technology, and dedicated team were instrumental in securing this collaboration.

"I am excited to see the Arizona Boxing & MMA Commission enter into a partnership with SportGait," said Danny Vella, Arizona Boxing and MMA Commission Executive Director. "The Commission has an unwavering commitment to fighter safety and this partnership will further the protection of unarmed combat sports athletes in the state."

The commission's decision reflects the shared values of both organizations in prioritizing the safety and well-being of athletes in boxing and MMA.

As part of this partnership, all athletes licensed by the Arizona Boxing & MMA Commission will undergo baseline testing. This crucial step will establish individualized health profiles and enable the monitoring of athletes' cognitive performance and recovery over time. By implementing SportGait's comprehensive concussion decision support system, the Arizona Boxing and MMA Commission aims to provide an extra layer of protection and ensure the long-term health of their athletes.

"The commission and SportGait agree player safety comes first. We are honored and grateful to add this extra layer of protection for their athletes," says SportGait CEO Chris Newton.

SportGait's track record speaks for itself, having tested thousands of athletes across various sports, age groups, and skill levels. Medical professionals have relied on SportGait's technology to guide athletes through the recovery process, ensuring a safe return to sport and activity. 

About SportGait

SportGait is a concussion decision support and recovery system that offers a scalable platform for medical providers, coaches, and parents. Their array of assessments are best-in-class and research-backed with the goal of bridging brain wellness with medical technology. The scientifically developed system aids and educates users in effectively evaluating and monitoring the sequelae of concussion. SportGait is a highly trusted source of medical technology and was chosen to be the enterprise-wide standard for concussion testing for one of the top five largest hospital systems in the U.S. For more information please visit https://sportgait.com.

Source: SportGait