Seyfarth

[TigerWest]

However, the fact stands that this was rushed with no upside.

I'm afraid that isn't a fact.

It is. Even the medical department would agree.

We are assuming this was a Grade 2 which as I mentioned requires at least 2 weeks in a brace. How much running, sprinting, change of direction, impact training and proprioception training do you think Alex had time to do within possibly 6 sessions with the team in 2-3 weeks?

Yes if you're a wonderful trainer, do night and day rehab- it may be possible. But I don't think he would have done more than 2 contact sessions with the team. Passing protocols is sometimes not that hard.

Again, the medical staff would have learnt from this and let's see how they handle the next major injury. Lids was rehabbed by Peter Moussa then Kenny and Gray. The high performance team and S&C team although must have done a great job since we've been very good with injuries this year.

Luck isn't a massive factor with injuries... not just soft tissues, even ligament injuries or impact injuries. There is a reason they happen usually late in the game when you're fatigued.

Anyway rant over, let's see how they manage the next one. Gray has had a bit of "grey" in him from his day at the Sharks from what I have heard though.

It should also be noted that his reinjury came in the first 2 minutes of the second half, following the half-time break, so I think it would be a long bow to draw to argue that fatigue played a factor in this injury, particularly given Alex started from the bench and didn't get on until well after the 20 minute mark.

Whilst this issue is just about wrapped up discussion-wise, it should be noted, that Sunday's game represented 5 weeks to the day (24th July) that Seyfarth injured his MCL originally.

That is foreseeably plenty of time for return to play, **depending** on the nature of the Grade 2 and his progress of rehab. To sit out the final two games simply as a precaution is an option, but return to play protocols are in place for a reason. They are based on the literature. So if he meets those requirements and the season is still to be played out, him playing is 100% within normal, and importantly - responsible, protocols.

Good post, it’s worth remembering that he is in a professional sport, where many players carry injuries.

He’ll be back next year, all the better for this year.

 

[jirskyr]

It is. Even the medical department would agree.

You are confusing opinion and fact. Your opinion is it was rushed. You didn't assess the player, you weren't in on the consultations, you didn't see his rehab.

 

[tig_prmz]

It is. Even the medical department would agree.


You are confusing opinion and fact. Your opinion is it was rushed. You didn't assess the player, you weren't in on the consultations, you didn't see his rehab.

You're looking at procedure, I'm looking at end result as a fan.

You have to re-visit your procedure if the result was not right. I wouldn't be surprised if they change their RTP protocols following this.

 

[jirskyr]

It is. Even the medical department would agree.


You are confusing opinion and fact. Your opinion is it was rushed. You didn't assess the player, you weren't in on the consultations, you didn't see his rehab.

You're looking at procedure, I'm looking at end result as a fan.

You have to re-visit your procedure if the result was not right. I wouldn't be surprised if they change their RTP protocols following this.

What a whole lot of assumptions you are making from a great distance. Still an opinion though, not a fact.

 

[jirskyr]

Wests Tigers back-rower Alex Seyfarth has avoided any serious damage to the knee injury he only just returned from in round 24 but will miss the battle against Canterbury.

nrl.com

 

[Magpie_Magic]

Wests Tigers back-rower Alex Seyfarth has avoided any serious damage to the knee injury he only just returned from in round 24 but will miss the battle against Canterbury.

nrl.com

Good to hear no major aggrevation.

And also good to hear this guy seems hungry to wanted to play in what is a nothing game.

Wish we had more like him.

 

[Geo]

I don’t know why but the battle against Canterbury made me laugh..

Good news for Seyfarth..

 

[happy_tiger]

I don’t know why but the battle against Canterbury made me laugh..

Good news for Seyfarth..

Will be a war of attrition ....

Hopefully Packers new will get the team over the line

 

[Tiger_Fanatic3]


 

[earl]

Go Big Red !

 

[KingRobbie]

HBD to the Lebanese Ranga.

 

[Demps]

The Lebanese Viking.

Happy birthday 👑

 

[Alex Seyfarth's #1 Fan]

I hope he can keep his intensity going into next season. He will have a target on his back after some of his antics last year. He will get smashed if he's not careful. I imagine he will receive a few more dog shots. Sad, but that's just how it is.

If he can withstand that pressure, we know we have a goodie on our hands.

 

[Magpie_Magic]

Doesn't look an athlete, seems ungainly but changes the tempo of the game when he comes on by his Intensity and commitment. Draws attention makes things happen targets opponents .

Has the potential to be a cult player..

Love it when he comes on.

 

[Speed2burn]

Keithy 2.0

🔥

 

[JC99]

Everyone doubted big red... as the King of Seyfarth Island I hope he had a great birthday

 

[rustycage]

Keithy 2.0

🔥

Another lumbering pillow? I think not.

 

[Speed2burn]

Keithy 2.0

?

Another lumbering pillow? I think not.

Definitely needs more respect on his name.

Keith was a cult hero

 

[rustycage]

Keithy 2.0

?

Another lumbering pillow? I think not.

Definitely needs more respect on his name.

Keith was a cult hero

Keith was very average.. a constant grimace on his face scared nobody.

 

[Speed2burn]

Keithy 2.0

?

Another lumbering pillow? I think not.

Definitely needs more respect on his name.

Keith was a cult hero

Keith was very average.. a constant grimace on his face scared nobody.

Actually thought he was decent in 2010/11.

Each to their own I guess