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Travelling with the Australian Ski Team as team Physiotherapist

February 18, 2016 by Sian Smale

Heading 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.

Dry Needling and Acupuncture part 2

February 05, 2016 by Sian Smale

Last week Dr. Peter Selvaratnam shared his thoughts behind the origins and mechanisms of dry needling compared to acupuncture. Having an extensive amount of training and experience in both modalities allows Peter to present a great comparison between these techniques. This week Peter shares his thoughts about patient selection, contraindications & precautions, possible side effects and ways to reduce the risk of adverse effects with both treatments.