💨 Abstract

A 19-year-old in New Zealand died after participating in "Run It Straight," a dangerous TikTok trend involving rugby-style tackling without protective gear. Ryan Satterthwaite suffered severe head injuries after the game and died when his life support was turned off. The game, increasingly popular via social media, has been criticized by neuroscientists and injury specialists for its inherent safety risks. A recent championship event was scrapped due to concerns over its high-risk nature.

Courtesy: Katie Boyden