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
7. Jack Viney

7. Jack Viney

Achilles + Back Available

“Jack has returned to full training over the last few weeks and completed the VFL training session on the weekend,” said Selwyn Griffith, Melbourne’s AFL High Performance Manager. “He’s been able to build his exposure to match intensities, which has been a really pleasing sign for Jack. “He’ll return through the VFL this Sunday.”

22. Blake Howes

22. Blake Howes

Arm 3 - 5 weeks

“Blake has recovered well from having surgery on his fractured arm,” Griffith said. “He returned to running this week and will have some contact modifications for the next couple of weeks. “He will then have a surgical review and then following that review, we’ll be able to redefine Blake’s return to contact and full training progressions.”

20. Thomas Matthews

20. Thomas Matthews

Shoulder Season

“Tom has been managing some ongoing shoulder discomfort following the VFL Round 19 game,” Griffith said. “Off the back of imaging and discussions with external experts, it has been recommended that he has a surgical consultation. “We won’t see Tom play football against this year, with the likelihood of shoulder surgery to be this week.”

26. Jed Adams

26. Jed Adams

Knee Season

“Following the VFL game against North Melbourne, Jed reported some knee soreness which we followed up with scans,” Griffith said. “Unfortunately, they revealed that he had ruptured his PCL. Following a surgical consultation, the recommendation was for Jed to have a PCL reconstruction. It’s incredibly unfortunate news for Jed who had worked really hard to return to play this year. “This means that Jed will be sidelined for the remainder of the season and we’ll put the best plans in place to return him to peak performance in the new year.”

28. Brody Mihocek

28. Brody Mihocek

Neck Season

“Brody had some follow up scans and a review from the surgeon, which have pleasingly cleared him to begin to increase some of his physical activity, which means he’s been able to return to running and strength work in the gym,” Griffith said. “This is a really positive sign for Brody as he recovers from that neck surgery.”

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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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7. Jack Viney

7. Jack Viney

“Jack has returned to full training over the last few weeks and completed the VFL training session on the weekend,” said Selwyn Griffith, Melbourne’s AFL High Performance Manager. “He’s been able to build his exposure to match intensities, which has been a really pleasing sign for Jack. “He’ll return through the VFL this Sunday.”

Injury: Achilles + Back
Est. Return: Available
22. Blake Howes

22. Blake Howes

“Blake has recovered well from having surgery on his fractured arm,” Griffith said. “He returned to running this week and will have some contact modifications for the next couple of weeks. “He will then have a surgical review and then following that review, we’ll be able to redefine Blake’s return to contact and full training progressions.”

Injury: Arm
Est. Return: 3 - 5 weeks
20. Thomas Matthews

20. Thomas Matthews

“Tom has been managing some ongoing shoulder discomfort following the VFL Round 19 game,” Griffith said. “Off the back of imaging and discussions with external experts, it has been recommended that he has a surgical consultation. “We won’t see Tom play football against this year, with the likelihood of shoulder surgery to be this week.”

Injury: Shoulder
Est. Return: Season
26. Jed Adams

26. Jed Adams

“Following the VFL game against North Melbourne, Jed reported some knee soreness which we followed up with scans,” Griffith said. “Unfortunately, they revealed that he had ruptured his PCL. Following a surgical consultation, the recommendation was for Jed to have a PCL reconstruction. It’s incredibly unfortunate news for Jed who had worked really hard to return to play this year. “This means that Jed will be sidelined for the remainder of the season and we’ll put the best plans in place to return him to peak performance in the new year.”

Injury: Knee
Est. Return: Season
28. Brody Mihocek

28. Brody Mihocek

“Brody had some follow up scans and a review from the surgeon, which have pleasingly cleared him to begin to increase some of his physical activity, which means he’s been able to return to running and strength work in the gym,” Griffith said. “This is a really positive sign for Brody as he recovers from that neck surgery.”

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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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