129K views · 1.8K reactions | Eli Katoa’s brain bleed that required surgery was as serious as it gets - a medical emergency that could have had catastrophic consequences. We look at: - 3 blows to the head - the main mechanisms of injury - a surgery that requires part of the skull to be removed to gain access to the brain - comparisons to Te Maire Martin (who took 3 years off footy) - recovery possibilities Again, thoughts are with Katoa as he recovers. | NRL Physio | Facebook

Brain aneurysm survivor Mary Langner and her husband, Rudy, share their powerful journey from Mary’s sudden rupture and lifesaving surgery to weeks in the ICU and her determined recovery at Spaulding. Knowing how devastating a brain aneurysm can be, and how fortunate Mary is to be here today, they have become passionate advocates for the BAF. By sharing Mary’s story, they hope to raise awareness, support others walking a similar path, and help prevent future ruptures. | Brain Aneurysm Foundation