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This blog is a reflection on my recent trip to Aspen, Colorado as the travelling physiotherapist for the Australian and New Zealand Para Alpine teams in the Winter World Cup Finals. I learnt so much about ski racing from these inspiring athletes (who discuss their experience with us) and got a taste for working in an adaptive program, which was more rewarding and enjoyable than I ever could've imagined.
Read MoreThis week we welcome Holly Lipson to Rayner & Smale. Holly is a passionate and vibrant Physiotherapist who loves the sun, surf, snow and of course physiotherapy. Holly is going to share her clinical tips for the assessment of acute knee injuries with some specific attention to the snow environment.
Read MoreWith a passion snowboarding I've written a blog on concussion management for snow sports which can be applied to recreational skiers and athletes. The blog also looks a new helmet inserts made by 'Unequal' which help to dissipate and decelerate the forces which result in concussion and more serious head injuries. The key is to recognise all the signs of concussion early, as loss of consciousness doesn't always occur, and each concussion should be treated seriously and by a medical team.
Read MoreOlder age, increased quadricep muscle peak torque and past history of hamstring injury are proven risk factors for hamstring muscle strain injury. The single leg hamstring bridge can assist with identifying those at greater risk of injury.
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