The Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) has approved changes to the NRL’s head injury protocols, including the introduction of a mandatory 11-day stand-down following a diagnosed concussion.
The Commission approved the new stand-down procedure following a review of the data and advice from a range of experts.
The new requirement, which applies to concussions diagnosed both at training and during games, will take effect from Thursday 16 March 2023 being the commencement of Round 3.
ARLC Chairman Peter V’landys AM said: “There is no greater priority for us than player...