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Australian Sports Doctors

Locality: Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9455 1112

Address: Suite 3, Level 5, 10 Martin St 3084 Heidelberg, VIC, Australia

Website: https://www.sportsdocs.com.au

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25.01.2022 We would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and hope everyone is able to enjoy some down time with their friends & family. Our rooms are closed from Wednesday 23 December until Monday 18 January. During this time, our phones are not open but online bookings are available - click the link in bio #asd #australiansportsdoctors #sports #medicine #heidelberg #melbourne #injury #rehabilitation #recovery #christmas #newyears #happyholidays

23.01.2022 Anxiety, reduced confidence, fear or concern of re-injury are commonly experienced following a hiatus from sport or return from injury. Part of the rehabilitation process involves working with your doctor and/or physiotherapist to ensure you feel ready - both physically and psychologically. We’re here to help with your successful return to sport ... #asd #australiansportsdoctors #sportsmedicine #prp #injury #rehabilitation #melbourne #running #returntosport Reference: Ardern, C.L., Glasgow, P., Schneiders, A., Witvrouw, E., Clarsen, B., ... & Bizzini, M. (2016). 2016 Consensus statement on return to sport from the First World Congress in Sports Physical Therapy, Bern. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 50(14), 853-864.

20.01.2022 The return to sport is getting closer in Melbourne with changes to restrictions from today including returns to outdoor contact (under 18) and non-contact (adult) sports. A safe return to sport can be challenging, and may require an assessment of physical movements, reactions & decision-making processes in situations specific to your sport. Check in with one of our sports docs if you’ve had a recent injury, or want some guidance around a safe return to your sport ... #asd #australiansportsdoctors #sportsmedicine #prp #injury #rehabilitation #melbourne #returntosport

19.01.2022 A recent spike in activity (with the return of sport) may contribute to the development of bone stress or a stress fracture where repetitive load or trauma to a small region of bone may overwhelm the bone rebuilding system. Given the multifactorial nature of bone stress injuries, a thorough clinical examination should always precede investigations. Advice, referral and appropriate management from your sports doctor is important for a successful recovery. Please speak to our team or book an appointment for advice & guidance in your return to sport #asd #australiansportsdoctors #sports #medicine #heidelberg #melbourne #bonestress #injury #rehabilitation #recovery

18.01.2022 A complex region to diagnose, the groin can develop pain arising from multiple structures including the hip joint, adductors and hip flexors. Adductor-related groin pain is a broad term to define the clinical presentation of groin pain, with the presence of adductor tenderness and pain on resisted hip adduction common in kicking sports including soccer. Speak to one of our sports doctors for an accurate diagnosis, to help in your recovery and return to sport ... #asd #australiansportsdoctors #sportsmedicine #prp #injury #rehabilitation #melbourne #returntosport #soccer Reference: Weir et al. (2015). Doha agreement meeting on terminology and definitions in groin pain in athletes. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 49(12), 768-774.

17.01.2022 Have you been told that your pain might be golfer’s elbow or tennis elbow? Lateral epicondylalgia (tennis elbow) affects the tendon on the outer (thumb) side of your elbow while medial epicondylalgia (golfer’s elbow) affects the inner (little finger) side. Check in with one of our sports doctors for an accurate diagnosis and to discuss options for management, including physical therapy & injections in the more chronic cases ... #asd #australiansportsdoctors #sportsmedicine #prp #injury #rehabilitation #melbourne

15.01.2022 Rise to your sporting goals Our Sports GPs work closely with an excellent team of orthopaedic surgeons from Australian Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Clinic (AOSM), located beside us in Heidelberg. A collaborative treatment team is key in optimising your care and restoring athletic performance, no matter what challenge is thrown at you ... We look forward to returning from Monday 18 January. #asd #australiansportsdoctors #sports #medicine #heidelberg #melbourne #injury #rehabilitation #recovery #returntosport

13.01.2022 Like many tendon injuries, Achilles tendinopathy is a condition that benefits from a multidisciplinary approach, involving a graduated rehabilitation that reloads the Achilles towards previous activity Our sports doctors are experienced in the management of tendon injuries, and work alongside physiotherapists & other specialists in assisting their patients with their goals #asd #australiansportsdoctors #sports #medicine #heidelberg #melbourne #achilles #injury #rehabilitation #recovery

13.01.2022 Pain at the front of the knee with running and jumping? Osgood-Schlatter disease commonly affects 11-15 year old children, who are highly active while also undergoing a growth spurt . It’s also very common at this time - on returning to sport after a period of rest. Management options can include reducing training load, ice or taping techniques, and strengthening the muscles supporting the knee joint. For an accurate diagnosis and to discuss a plan of attack, check in with... one of our sports doctors #asd #australiansportsdoctors #sports #medicine #heidelberg #melbourne #injury #rehabilitation #recovery #youth #adolescence #growth

12.01.2022 Attitude, determination and skill are more important than size

11.01.2022 The rotator cuff is comprised of 4 small muscles around your shoulder blade, that function to stabilise your shoulder joint particularly in overhead positions Rotator cuff injuries may present due to over-activity, muscle weakness or as a result of trauma. While most can be managed through an appropriate rehabilitation program, surgical repair may be indicated in the presence of a full thickness tear or in conjunction with other injuries. Our sports doctors are experienced in the assessment, diagnosis & management of rotator cuff injuries. Let them point you in the right direction #asd #australiansportsdoctors #sportsdoctor #medicine #sports #injury #shoulder #rehabilitation #melbourne #heidelberg

11.01.2022 Hamstring strains are one of the most frequently experienced injuries in cricket players with injury risk being greater in fast bowlers & those with a previous hamstring injury. If you’re concerned about your risk or have a pre-existing hamstring injury, speak to one of our sports doctors for some guidance on achieving a successful return to the pitch this summer #asd #australiansportsdoctors #sportsmedicine #prp #injury #rehabilitation #melbourne #returntosport #cricke...t #hamstring References: 1. Forrest, M., Hebert, J., Scott, B., Brini, S., & Dempsey, A. (2017). Risk factors for non-contact injury in adolescent cricket pace bowlers: a systematic review. Sports Medicine, 47(2), 2603-2619. 2. Orchard, J., Kountouris, A., & Sims, K. (2017). Risk factors for hamstring injuries in Australian male professional cricket players. Journal of Sport and Health Science, 6(3), 271-274.

11.01.2022 Load management is a challenging aspect in returning to sport, following injury or a prolonged time off A sudden increase in load places the athlete at risk of bone or musculotendinous injury. To prevent a new or recurrent injury, your sports doctor or physiotherapist are able to help plan and monitor your training load to assist in a safe return to sport. #asd #australiansportsdoctors #sportsmedicine #prp #injury #rehabilitation #melbourne #loadmanagement #running #retur...ntosport Reference: Ardern, C.L., Glasgow, P., Schneiders, A., Witvrouw, E., Clarsen, B., ... & Bizzini, M. (2016). 2016 Consensus statement on return to sport from the First World Congress in Sports Physical Therapy, Bern. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 50(14), 853-864.

09.01.2022 Athletes often present immediately following a knee injury with signs that may indicate an ACL injury including significant swelling, trouble walking and difficulty reaching full knee extension. Our sports doctors play a crucial role in early diagnosis, referral for imaging and connecting the athlete with an experienced specialist to discuss their options for management. A team approach is often important in achieving the goals and outcomes of each individual athlete.... #asd #australiansportsdoctors #sportsdoctor #medicine #sports #injury #acl #rehabilitation #melbourne #heidelberg

06.01.2022 FREE ACL WEBINAR Join us this Thursday 26 November in an interactive webinar exploring all your questions around ACL injury and reconstruction. Dr. James Taylor will be joining Knee Surgeon Mr. Matthew Barnes and Physiotherapist Amy O’Shannassy from Perform Physio + Pilates in discussing:... ACL Injury Prevention Importance of Prehabilitation before Surgery Surgery Rehabilitation & Return to Sport When: Thursday 26 November at 7:30pm Where: Zoom Webinar Register via link in our bio #acl #aclinjury #knee #kneesurgery #injury #rehabilitation #asd #australiansportsdoctors #sports #medicine #heidelberg #melbourne

03.01.2022 Injury prevention programs will become even more important as we adjust back to sports training and competition post Melbourne lockdown. A few of our favourites include: FIFA 11+ (soccer) KNEE Program (netball)... Prep to Play (AFLW) Footy First Program (AFL) PEP Program (general) Consider which of these might be best for you or your child’s training as we return to play. #asd #sportsdoctors #sportsmedicine #injuryprevention #rehabilitation #sports #melbourne

02.01.2022 The plantar fascia is a thick, tendinous structure connecting the heel to toes along the base of the foot Overload of this region can occur with a rapid spike in activity or time in unfamiliar footwear, resulting in a condition known as plantar fasciitis. A multidisciplinary approach, combining accurate diagnosis with a graduated rehabilitation, is often required to return to pain-free activities ... #asd #australiansportsdoctors #sports #medicine #heidelberg #melbourne #plantarfasciitis #injury #rehabilitation #recovery

01.01.2022 Pain on the inside, not quite your shin but not your calf? Meet your tibialis posterior - an important muscle supporting the medial arch of your foot A recent spike in running load can cause trouble for your tib post, resulting in medial calf or ankle pain. For an accurate assessment, diagnosis & load management, get in touch with one of our sports docs #asd #australiansportsdoctors #sportsmedicine #running #injury #rehabilitation