Toronto Wolfpack's James Laithwaite diagnosed with neck fracture
Monday 24 April 2017 12:23, UK
Former Warrington forward James Laithwaite has been re-admitted to hospital with a neck fracture.
The 25-year-old second rower was carried from the field on a stretcher with his neck in a brace after being hurt during Toronto's Wolfpack's 29-22 Challenge Cup fifth-round defeat by Salford at the AJ Bell Stadium on Sunday.
Coach Paul Rowley said Laithwaite was taken to hospital after complaining of feeling pins and needles in his arms and legs and he has now been diagnosed with a fracture.
"He got released but a closer review discovered a fractured neck so he returned for hospital for further tests," Rowley said.
"Knowing James and his luck with injuries, he will be very worried about further damage."
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Laithwaite broke his ankle four years ago and missed the entire 2016 Super League season after breaking a leg playing for the Wolves in June 2015.
