Calling all retired jockeys...

The Racing Foundation press release - 7 April 2016 - www.racingfoundation.co.uk/#!latest-news/c139r

A major research project is underway to study the short and long-term health consequences of professional horseracing. ‘The Jockey Study’, funded by the Racing Foundation, is being carried out by Oxford University in collaboration with the BHA, PJA and NASS with the ultimate aim of improving the health and welfare of jockeys and stable staff who ride-out.

The first phase of research will investigate how historic injuries sustained by professional jockeys during their careers impact on the occurrence of osteoarthritis and pain in later life. To assist with this the team are appealing to as many retired jockeys as possible to participate in the study by completing a questionnaire in hard copy, online or over the phone.

Any retired jockey who would be willing to help with the study should contact the research team by calling 01865 233407 or by emailing thejockeystudy@ndorms.ox.ac.uk.

If you would be willing to display a flier asking retired jockeys for their help then please print one off by clicking on the image (below). If you know of anyone who might be willing to participate please pass the contact details on to them. All help will be much appreciated.