In a special edition of The Big Deal, Tredders and Jack speak to one of Australia’s most senior specialist sports physicians, Dr Peter Larkins.

In the episode, they talk to Dr Larkins about:

• What's changed with concussion
• The ins and outs of a Head Injury Assessment
• What players notice on their own condition
• If helmets help
• The Angus Brayshaw decision
• Are the AFL's rule changes helping?
• Should the AFL have the 21-day protocol implemented at community level?
• Is the litigation the main risk from the game's point of view?
• Are this season's lengthy suspensions beneficial
• Inside the AFL's Illicit Drugs Policy
• Dr Larkins' new book 'The Healthy Hundred: 100 ways to a healthier, happier and longer life'

And more!

Follow Dr Larkins on Twitter/X @doclarkins, Instagram @drpeterlarkins or visit his website drpeterlarkins.com

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