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Joel Jeffrey to get brain scan before AFL draft in world-first concussion research
Northern Territory product Joel Jeffrey is set to become the first footballer to get a brain scan before his playing career starts in an attempt to track any damage from concussions.
Key points:
- The Suns, who are expected to recruit Jeffrey, have agreed to allow intensive brain profiling of the 18-year-old
- A number of AFL players have retired early due to concussions
- One expert says tracking the effects of pro football in real time, rather than after the fact, could be a game changer
The Gold Coast Suns, who are tipped to recruit Jeffrey, have been approached to allow the 18-year-old to undergo intensive brain profiling, according to player manager and long-time concussion research advocate Peter Jess.
Joel Jeffrey, who has no existing brain…
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