MELBOURNE High Performance Manager Selwyn Griffith has provided an update on the club’s injury list ahead of Round 7.

Changkuoth Jiath will be a test for this weekend after a strong week on the track.

“CJ had a really strong week, completing full training with the main group and a quality session over the weekend,” Griffith said.

“He’ll look to train fully again this week to be available for selection.”

Patrick Cross has been cleared to return after progressing well through his recovery.

“Paddy progressed strongly last week and was able to integrate into the VFL game while being part of the AFL squad,” Griffith said.

“He played 50 per cent game time, pulled up well, and is available for selection this week.”

Jake Bowey is continuing his return-to-play program, with a VFL outing expected this week.

“Jake has completed a couple of weeks of integration into team training as part of his return-to-performance plan,” Griffith said.

“He’s expected to play 50 per cent game time in the VFL this week, with his AFL availability to be assessed following that.”

Jake Melksham remains a few weeks away as he continues to recover from his syndesmosis injury.

“Jake continues to work diligently through his reconditioning,” Griffith said.

“He’s progressing well but remains a couple of weeks away.”

Christian Salem is also progressing well but has not yet returned to running.

“Christian had a pleasing end to the week and is tracking well from his foot injury,” Griffith said.

“He’s yet to return to running, so we’ll continue to progress him and assess his availability in the coming weeks.”

Trent Rivers continues to work diligently through his reconditioning program.

“Trent has made solid progress from a strength and power perspective and is working towards reintegration into team training,” Griffith said.

“At this stage, he won’t be available this week, but we’ll continue to support his progression.”

Melbourne GM of AFL Football Performance Alan Richardson also spoke on Harrison Petty's situation.

"Harrison left the field during the third quarter of our clash with the Lions,” Richardson said.

"We’re currently gathering further information and once it comes to hand, we will provide an update."

Shane McAdam (Achilles), Tom Campbell (neck) and Jack Viney (Achilles) all continue to work through their respective rehab programs. 

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Player Injury Estimated Return
27. Max Heath

27. Max Heath

Shoulder Test

“Max has just been dealing with some ongoing shoulder soreness,” Griffith said. “We will assess his availability following our main training session this week.”

35. Harrison Petty

35. Harrison Petty

Hamstring Test

“Harrison has progressed well from his hamstring rehab and had a strong training session on the weekend,” Griffith said. “He has integrated into main training and will have to full train on Thursday during our main session. “His availability will be determined following that session.”

46. Lukas Cooke

46. Lukas Cooke

Face 1 week

“Lukas has recovered well from his facial surgery and is back running and back into non-contact skills,” Griffith said. “He is cleared to return to contact next week and should be available for next week.”

3. Christian Salem

3. Christian Salem

Foot 1 - 2 weeks

“Christian has returned to full training with the main group,” Griffith said. “He just needs to complete a couple of weeks of full training and then he'll be available.”

26. Jed Adams

26. Jed Adams

Knee 1 - 2 weeks

“Jed has progressed back into training with the main group,” Griffith said. “He still has to integrate into some of our contest drills, but he's progressed really well and will look to be available next week.”

20. Xavier Lindsay

20. Xavier Lindsay

Hip and groin 3 - 4 weeks

"Xavier Lindsay also continues to make progress in his recovery from a hip and groin issue," said Griffith.

7. Jack Viney

7. Jack Viney

Achilles + Back TBC

“Jack has been working incredibly hard with our high performance and medical team to return from his Achilles surgery that he had earlier this year,” Griffith said. “Unfortunately, while working through his rehab from that surgery, Jack has also had a lower back concern, which is something that he’s managed over the last couple of seasons. “As a result of that lower back pain, he’s been progressing slower through his post-surgery rehab program. “Pleasingly, he has been able to progress from a strength and movement perspective through his lower back, which has now allowed him to continue through his Achilles rehab. “Jack has worked incredibly hard to get on top of both of these injuries and it’s really pleasing that he’s now starting to see some progression, with the hope to see more soon.”

28. Brody Mihocek

28. Brody Mihocek

Neck Season

“You never want to see an incident in our game, like what we saw with Brody on Monday,” Richardson said. “Brody is in the very best of care and was able to undergo surgery last night, which, thankfully, went as planned. “Our primary focus right now is supporting Brody, his partner Polly and their family through his recovery, while ensuring his return to full health.”

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13. Jai Culley

13. Jai Culley

Knee Season

“Jai is recovering well from his knee reconstruction and is in the early phases of his program, which is predominately focused on getting his range of motion back and beginning strength work,” Griffith said.

45. Andy Moniz-Wakefield

45. Andy Moniz-Wakefield

Knee Season

“Andy went in for surgery today following his ACL injury,” Griffith said. “Once he recovers from that surgery, we’ll begin to progress him through the first stages of his knee rehab.”

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27. Max Heath

27. Max Heath

“Max has just been dealing with some ongoing shoulder soreness,” Griffith said. “We will assess his availability following our main training session this week.”

Injury: Shoulder
Est. Return: Test
35. Harrison Petty

35. Harrison Petty

“Harrison has progressed well from his hamstring rehab and had a strong training session on the weekend,” Griffith said. “He has integrated into main training and will have to full train on Thursday during our main session. “His availability will be determined following that session.”

Injury: Hamstring
Est. Return: Test
46. Lukas Cooke

46. Lukas Cooke

“Lukas has recovered well from his facial surgery and is back running and back into non-contact skills,” Griffith said. “He is cleared to return to contact next week and should be available for next week.”

Injury: Face
Est. Return: 1 week
3. Christian Salem

3. Christian Salem

“Christian has returned to full training with the main group,” Griffith said. “He just needs to complete a couple of weeks of full training and then he'll be available.”

Injury: Foot
Est. Return: 1 - 2 weeks
26. Jed Adams

26. Jed Adams

“Jed has progressed back into training with the main group,” Griffith said. “He still has to integrate into some of our contest drills, but he's progressed really well and will look to be available next week.”

Injury: Knee
Est. Return: 1 - 2 weeks
20. Xavier Lindsay

20. Xavier Lindsay

"Xavier Lindsay also continues to make progress in his recovery from a hip and groin issue," said Griffith.

Injury: Hip and groin
Est. Return: 3 - 4 weeks
7. Jack Viney

7. Jack Viney

“Jack has been working incredibly hard with our high performance and medical team to return from his Achilles surgery that he had earlier this year,” Griffith said. “Unfortunately, while working through his rehab from that surgery, Jack has also had a lower back concern, which is something that he’s managed over the last couple of seasons. “As a result of that lower back pain, he’s been progressing slower through his post-surgery rehab program. “Pleasingly, he has been able to progress from a strength and movement perspective through his lower back, which has now allowed him to continue through his Achilles rehab. “Jack has worked incredibly hard to get on top of both of these injuries and it’s really pleasing that he’s now starting to see some progression, with the hope to see more soon.”

Injury: Achilles + Back
Est. Return: TBC
28. Brody Mihocek

28. Brody Mihocek

“You never want to see an incident in our game, like what we saw with Brody on Monday,” Richardson said. “Brody is in the very best of care and was able to undergo surgery last night, which, thankfully, went as planned. “Our primary focus right now is supporting Brody, his partner Polly and their family through his recovery, while ensuring his return to full health.”

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Injury: Neck
Est. Return: Season
13. Jai Culley

13. Jai Culley

“Jai is recovering well from his knee reconstruction and is in the early phases of his program, which is predominately focused on getting his range of motion back and beginning strength work,” Griffith said.

Injury: Knee
Est. Return: Season
45. Andy Moniz-Wakefield

45. Andy Moniz-Wakefield

“Andy went in for surgery today following his ACL injury,” Griffith said. “Once he recovers from that surgery, we’ll begin to progress him through the first stages of his knee rehab.”

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Injury: Knee
Est. Return: Season

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