Ulster flanker Stephen Ferris underwent surgery in December to repair ankle tendon damage that he sustained in a RaboDirect PRO12 match against Edinburgh.
The 27 year-old was reviewed this week (Tuesday) as part of his ongoing rehabilitation programme. In that review it was discovered that, although Stephen has made excellent progress in his recovery, some minor issues remain.
As a result, the specialist medical-staff treating Stephen are considering several options to ensure that he makes a full and complete return to play.
A decision on a course of action will be made in the coming weeks.
