Knights forward Rochow has back surgery

Newcastle Knights back-rower Robbie Rochow has had lower back surgery and will work towards a return to the field in about six weeks.

Newcastle Knights NRL forward Robbie Rochow

Newcastle Knights NRL forward Robbie Rochow has successfully undergone back surgery. (AAP)

Newcastle Knights forward Robbie Rochow has successfully undergone surgery on a bulging disc in his lower back.

Rochow hasn't played a game since he sat out the Knights' round-four win over Penrith last month after suffering back spasms during the warm-up.

"Awake from my back operation, went well and feeling great. Looking forward to doing my rehab and coming back fitter & stronger! @NRLKnights" tweeted the 24-year-old, who is expected to be sidelined for at least six weeks.


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