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Tigers stand by Dwyer as nerve tests threaten end to booming career
Glenn Jackson
August 1, 2011
Simon Dwyer
"Our singular focus right now is on Simon's well-being" … Stephen Humphreys.
WESTS TIGERS officials say they will do ''everything possible'' to assist stricken forward Simon Dwyer with his rehabilitation from nerve damage, which doctors have said is likely to end his NRL career after 35 games.
The Tigers confirmed yesterday that Dwyer would likely have nerve graft surgery in coming weeks, which would be followed by a ''long and challenging rehabilitation''.
It is understood doctors have told Dwyer, one of the most promising players in the game, he is unlikely to play again following the interpretation of results of conduction tests last week.
Dwyer had suffered nerve damage against the Bulldogs in Round 16, and still does not have full movement in his right arm and hand.
''Whilst his future remains uncertain, Simon continues to be very positive, and his great courage and the strength of his character are an inspiration to us all,'' Tigers chief executive Stephen Humphreys said in a statement.
''His family and friends are providing him with wonderful support, as are all of his teammates. Wests Tigers will do everything possible to assist Simon's recovery from this devastating injury. Our singular focus right now is on Simon's wellbeing, and so we all need to be patient and take things one step at a time. That's the way Simon is approaching the challenge and that's the way it has to be.''
Dwyer said in the statement that he appreciated the support of club officials, including the coach, Tim Sheens. ''During my hospitalisation and rehabilitation, he has given me great support through regular visits, phone calls, and has also gone to the extent of researching information on my injury,'' the 22-year-old said.
Dwyer will almost certainly have the surgery - which involves grafting the damaged nerves in his right shoulder and arm with nerve tissue from another part of his body - although Dwyer's family will seek more opinions and might consider alternative techniques.
It is unclear how the development will affect Dwyer's teammates, who have won three consecutive matches and are looking to consolidate a top-eight position.
They have already dealt with the retirement of Kiwis winger Taniela Tuiaki after repeated complications from a 2009 leg injury.
Dwyer has become a popular member of the squad, as well as an important on-field asset.
Glenn Jackson
August 1, 2011
Simon Dwyer
"Our singular focus right now is on Simon's well-being" … Stephen Humphreys.
WESTS TIGERS officials say they will do ''everything possible'' to assist stricken forward Simon Dwyer with his rehabilitation from nerve damage, which doctors have said is likely to end his NRL career after 35 games.
The Tigers confirmed yesterday that Dwyer would likely have nerve graft surgery in coming weeks, which would be followed by a ''long and challenging rehabilitation''.
It is understood doctors have told Dwyer, one of the most promising players in the game, he is unlikely to play again following the interpretation of results of conduction tests last week.
Dwyer had suffered nerve damage against the Bulldogs in Round 16, and still does not have full movement in his right arm and hand.
''Whilst his future remains uncertain, Simon continues to be very positive, and his great courage and the strength of his character are an inspiration to us all,'' Tigers chief executive Stephen Humphreys said in a statement.
''His family and friends are providing him with wonderful support, as are all of his teammates. Wests Tigers will do everything possible to assist Simon's recovery from this devastating injury. Our singular focus right now is on Simon's wellbeing, and so we all need to be patient and take things one step at a time. That's the way Simon is approaching the challenge and that's the way it has to be.''
Dwyer said in the statement that he appreciated the support of club officials, including the coach, Tim Sheens. ''During my hospitalisation and rehabilitation, he has given me great support through regular visits, phone calls, and has also gone to the extent of researching information on my injury,'' the 22-year-old said.
Dwyer will almost certainly have the surgery - which involves grafting the damaged nerves in his right shoulder and arm with nerve tissue from another part of his body - although Dwyer's family will seek more opinions and might consider alternative techniques.
It is unclear how the development will affect Dwyer's teammates, who have won three consecutive matches and are looking to consolidate a top-eight position.
They have already dealt with the retirement of Kiwis winger Taniela Tuiaki after repeated complications from a 2009 leg injury.
Dwyer has become a popular member of the squad, as well as an important on-field asset.
