Ponga sent to Canada for brain testing
Newcastle Knights captain Kalyn Ponga is enroute to Vancouver, Canada with Chief Medical Officer Dr Jin Lee to undertake further assessments after lengthy discussion and extensive research into his recovery from concussion.
Kalyn will undergo testing using a device that measures neurophysiological markers, which in turn will assist clinical decision making around recovery following concussion and provide further objective information to guide our clinicians.
The assessment will involve technology that is approved for use in Northern America however not yet available in Australia.
It’s unclear how long Ponga will be overseas. The Knights say he will return once testing is completed.
Newcastle Knights Director of Football Peter Parr spoke about the factors behind the decision.
“Management of concussion is a complex issue for everyone involved, we see this an opportunity to gather additional information to assist Kalyn in his recovery,” Parr said.
