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Max Gawn Backs The AFL’s Concussion Protocols And Guidelines

Melbourne star Max Gawn believes the league is adopting the best possible practice to help players recover from concussion.

In conversation with Triple M Breakfast’s Rosie, Wil and Daisy, Gawn says the Demons ensure concussed players are in capable hands.

“Our protocols are very strict .. there’s no phone, TV, reading a book in those first few days,” Gawn said.

“I’m happy with the protocols around it.”

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It follows the show’s discussion with Professor Alan Pearce, a leader in CTE research, who says the 12-day rest period for concussion simply isn’t long enough.

“Symptom recovery doesn’t reflect brain recovery…” Prof. Pearce said.

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Kristian Amenta

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