Concussion(HDCO)

Timeline

1. 19 Apr

   Occurred

   Vestibular migraine — confirmed diagnosis per AFL official R8 injury list (April 28, 2026). Initial presentation as concussion symptoms from Round 6. Managed under AFL concussion protocol.

   1 fixture missed
2. 30 Apr

   Progress update

   Petty could return this week to face Sydney after becoming unsteady on his feet in round six, with the end diagnosis being a vestibular migraine and not concussion related

   AFL.com.au
3. 1 May

   Progress update

   Harrison Petty must pass a fitness test Friday to be available for Sunday match against Sydney. He needs to full train on Friday to be available to play.

   Melbourne FC
4. 1 May

   Progress update

5. R83 May

   Returned to play

   Returned R8 vs SYD

   Returned after 1 fixture missed

   Named in Round 8 MEL Extended Bench squad — vestibular migraine diagnosis confirmed. Closed by SELECTION signal.

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