Tag: concussion
Magpies premiership defender to continue AFL career after concussion examination
Collingwood’s Nathan Murphy has been cleared to resume his AFL career following an examination by the league’s concussion panel. Key points: Murphy was concussed during…
Coroner investigating Shane Tuck’s death recommends overhaul of concussion rules
Quick Read In short: Victorian State Coroner John Cain has recommended the AFL reduce contact training sessions to lower the risk of concussion. His recommendation…
Concussion causes another AFL retirement, with Paul Seedsman to try migraine injections
Adelaide AFL footballer Paul Seedsman has become the latest player to concede lingering concussion symptoms have forced him to retire from the game. Key points:…
AFL apology over plagiarism in concussion research leaves players feeling ‘cheated’
Inside a shed in an industrial estate on Melbourne’s outskirts, former AFL player Shaun Smith puts the finishing touches on a bespoke bedside table. Key…
McCartin fails concussion test in Swans’ comeback win over Hawks
The Sydney Swans say they will take “every precaution” with Paddy McCartin after he failed a concussion test during the 41-point win over Hawthorn in…
AFL launches review after ‘revelations’ about concussion expert
The AFL has announced an independent review into the doctor who spearheaded the development of the league’s concussion policy. Key points: The AFL says “recent…
Why women in sport are the ‘invisible patients’ of concussion
Kirsten McLeod was on her way home from a VFLW game at Morwell, approximately 150 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. Driving on the highway at 110…