MELBOURNE’S Christian Salem has been placed on a modified training program due to a thyroid concern.

The defender has battled a similar problem in the past, which impacts the body’s heartrate, blood pressure, body temperature and weight.

Salem, whose history assisted with early detection, has since been working with a specialist, alongside the club’s medical team, in his recovery.

“Christian is currently undergoing treatment for an illness related to his thyroid gland,” Melbourne’s Head of Medical Dr Laura Lallenec said.

“Christian has had a similar issue in the past where his thyroid becomes overactive.

“He will continue to be monitored closely by his specialist and reintegrate into training as his thyroid levels stabilise.”

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