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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 MoreHeading into my first assignment through the Olympic Winter Institute of Australia (OWIA), with the Para Alpine team, so it is important to know how to best prepare myself for the experience ahead. The role of a Physiotherapist travelling with elite teams can vary greatly compared to our role in the private practice or hospital setting. Peter Hogg has been working with the OWIA for the past 20 years with their elite winter athletes and this week Peter shares his guidance and tips for making the most of travelling with sporting teams.
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