Alex McKinnon

Just the worst news ever.......speechless.

Just talking to someone involved direct in the knights.

Apparently Alex still has tingly feelings in his legs and arms. Has not been diagnosed a quadriplegic but that is the worst case scenario for him. He is about to start intensive physiotherapy. Everyone involved is staying positive.

That is some slightly good news.

Disgraceful from Nine.

thenamesgould said:

Disgraceful from Nine.

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Alex McKinnon Update


Tue 1st April, 01:48PM


There were no new developments on Monday in regards to Alex McKinnon’s condition.

The Club has continued to provide factual updates in consultation with Alex’s family at this delicate time.

Alex was brought out of an induced coma following his initial surgery last Tuesday and has been conscious since. Doctors confirmed Alex had suffered a devastating spinal injury on Wednesday. On Sunday he was able to communicate with his family after his assisted ventilation was removed.

While Alex’s condition continues to improve, his body is in the first phase of recovery. As previously shared, he has movement in his right arm and the uncertainty remains in the extent of further recovery. The doctors explained any regeneration and recovery could be up to two years.

As Alex remains in hospital in a serious but stable condition, visitation is restricted. Therefore coach Wayne Bennett visited on Monday without Alex’s teammates as initially planned.

The Club is extremely disappointed in the sensationalised television news story on Monday night about this tragic situation.

One of the most important factors for Alex at this time is hope, which was jeopardised by this report.

The Club and the McKinnons appreciate the respectful way other media have handled and reported on Alex’s condition.

Club staff will continue to stay with Alex and his family in Melbourne and continue to provide any appropriate update in consultation with his family. We again request Alex and his family's privacy is respected at this time.

To Members, fans and all who are sending their best wishes, thank you.

All offers of financial and in-kind support are appreciated however our focus remains on Alex. When the time is appropriate, the Club will notify how your contribution can be accepted.

From Alex’s family; Kate and Scott McKinnon (Alex’s parents) and Teigan Power (Alex’s partner):

“We would once again like to thank the public and media for the ongoing show of concern and support for our son and partner, Alex.

“While there is a lot of detail being reported about Alex’s condition, it is important to remember that it is still early days for him post-injury.

“Those close to Alex know he is strong, and that he is a fighter and, that alone, is reason to remain hopeful.”

Messages of support for Alex and his family can be emailed to knights@newcastleknights.com.au. All messages we receive will be given to Alex and his family at the appropriate time.

#RiseForAlex

http://www.newcastleknights.com.au/news/2014/04/01/alex_mckinnon_update.html

My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.
I hope for the best, maybe one day he will be back on his feet.
Thoughts with the players involved in the tackle, they will be bloody mortified about this.

What a half wit Neil Breen is.

ooneil said:

What a half wit Neil Breen is.

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I'm pretty sure I've never posted anything rude to anyone on twitter in 8000 odd tweets, but I had a go at this mug. Couldn't help it.

I don't get it. What did Channel 9 say, and who is Neil Breen? The article you posted wasn't from channel 9, as far as I know, and unless I missed it, didn't say anything inflammatory?

Not meaning to start a fight if I missed something, just after more information...

Neil Breen has been at the hospital and reported that he has suffered quadriplegia. And was told to be prepared to never walk again,

But other stories from the family say he sill has some feeling.

At least that is what i have heard. Maybe someone else can explain it better.

Ah, well that's good news for McKinnon and his family, then. So the problem people have with Channel 9 and this Breen fella is that the basicly "created" their "exclusive" story?

BTW, I totally agree with them if this is the case. It's just kind of a relief that he DOES have hope of walking again, at least. But yeah, pisses me off how journos create stories for sensationalism sake, especially in cases like this where there is a very real "victim" (not sure if that's the right word, couldn't think of a better one off-hand...).

The biggest hurdle to recovery is mental.

If a patient thinks they can, they need to be encouraged, nurtured, supported to move through the pain, the anxiety, the despair, the depression and hope they can make a full recovery, no matter how far they actually get.

razor77 said:

Neil Breen has been at the hospital and reported that he has suffered quadriplegia. And was told to be prepared to never walk again,

But other stories from the family say he sill has some feeling.

At least that is what i have heard. Maybe someone else can explain it better.

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I may be able to explain it better but it's difficult with varying reports.
In the spinal cord, there are areas for pain, sensation and motor(muscle) function. Just because he may have sensation may not necessarily mean he will have motor function. At the C4/5 level where all the damage is, if the cord is severed or severely comprimised, functions from the C5 nerve down to the tail bone are affected. He can breathe unaided and may have basic movement around the upper arm eg shrugging of shoulders but will be very sloppy or have no control at the finger tips. If the injury was at C3, he wouldn't have made it. Christopher Reeve (Superman) broke C3 but was extremely lucky to survive as long as he did.

The Souths (Burrow) will have a banner at the game this week, StGeorge (supporters) are in the process of organising one, HOPEFUL of getting it done on time, they actually wanted to have a banner produced for their next game at Kogarah or WIN...

Guys I can confirm directly for a person in the Knights camp that he has not been told by doctors he is a quadriplegic.

The players and officials were pretty flabbergasted at the report last night.

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Guys I can confirm directly for a person in the Knights camp that he has not been told by doctors he is a quadriplegic.

The players and officials were pretty flabbergasted at the report last night.

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That's the worst new Owen

Very sad to hear

missed the S

I meant to say news

ooneil said:

Guys I can confirm directly for a person in the Knights camp that he has not been told by doctors he is a quadriplegic.

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Read what i wrote. Doctors have NOT given him that diagnosis.

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