Eanna Falvey’s team examine concussion cases from every angle

LIONS tour doctor Eanna Falvey admits player concussions can still get missed but believes the current Head Injury Assessment system is the best on offer to medical professionals in rugby.

Concussion remains a hot topic in rugby with Test wing Anthony Watson the most recent of the touring party to undergo the HIA protocols in order to prove his fitness for selection ahead of Saturday’s final Test against the All Blacks having received an illegal shoulder to the side of his head from Sonny Bill Williams in the first half of the second game.

Watson was allowed to return to the field after passing his initial assessment and the Bath and England star finished the match in Wellington but he has since completed all the necessary tests required to return to play.