Happy Days
Years ago
What would you do. Import gets injured, club physio says 6-8 weeks.Coach gets 2nd opinion from own physio who says 2-4. Who has right of way?
Surely up to the individual? When they are ready and feel comfortable coming back to play.
KingJames
Years ago
It is up to the individual just ask Derrick Rose.
Warning - depending on the level of competition you could expect to be sued if you don't come back when the fans want you to refer to Derrick Rose case.
Derrick Rose being sued
Coaches who have 2nd and 3rd opinions and defer to the shorter prognosis should be sacked.
If you have access to a club physio who no doubt gives up a lot of his time for free then please show the respect that should come with that position.
Doctor and physio shopping isnt the long term answer to the coaches short term problem. Nor is it likely to be in the best long term interests of the player.
Happy Days
Years ago
Its an interesting one.I know Geelong are seeking multiple opinions on Daniel Menzals knee but they have money to burn where as local clubs have limited resources.
The_Champ33
Years ago
I can reccomend a good Physio in Campbelltown.
eli1
Years ago
initial club physio. coach coaches the team, the 2nd opinion physio has little to do with the team im imagining
1. Players Well Being
2. Team
3 Coach to make decision in consultation with player & Medic staff.
NOTE
Player gets sent home - Club and coach look cold & heartless
Club keeps player around and gives opportunity to rehab - Coach loses games and is out of a job or deemed soft when it comes to making the tough call
Player & Team interests comes before all.
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