Welcome to The Sports Injury Clinic Injury Update

Welcome to your club’s sixth on-line injury assistance program - a proactive scheme developed by The Sports Injury Clinic that is committed to the prevention, assessment and management of injuries within your club.

As a coach there’s no doubt one of the biggest challenges you face is injury. Now you have access to complete and comprehensive injury information and updates seven days a week, 24 hours a day.

The Sports Injury Clinic’s on-line injury assistance program is a fortnightly newsletter compiled by a panel of experienced physiotherapists and rehabilitation consultants. To support our program, we also have immediate access to expert advice from leading local surgeons and sports medicine professionals – practitioners that work in your community.

The newsletter provides comprehensive information regarding the common and less common injuries that occur in your particular sport including:

  • Netball
  • Football
  • Soccer
  • Basketball
  • Tennis
  • Athletics
  • And a wide range of other sports

As part of this program you and your club have priority access to The Sports Injury Clinic’s on-call physiotherapists via e-mail or our FREE 24 hour injury advice number – 1800 351 421 .

Simply contact us with specific injury questions or for your individual rehabilitation management plan. You will also benefit from access to referral to our sports and spinal doctor.

This is your Newsletter – stay on-line with The Sports Injury Clinic Injury Updates.

 
 

MONDAY NIGHT INJURY CLINIC

The Sports Injury Clinic holds a regular Monday night injury clinic between 6pm and 8pm, phone 9783 9990 on Monday to be directed for your attendance. Our Physiotherapist will assess, treat and direct a rehabilitation program for your players immediately as well as an active management plant to avoid spending more time than is necessary the sidelines. On the day of assessment our physiotherapist will contact and report to the injured players coach or manager by phone or email to report findings and outcomes. You will also have immediate access to Sports Medicine Doctors for assessment and investigations if required. A monday night injury clinic session is fully covered by your private health fund with no gap to you, or in the event you don't have private health insurance the cost is $20.

 
 

SKI SMART

Many people take to the snow without thought to the risks involved and without adequate preparation.

This lack of preparation can result in injury.

So before tackling the snowfields this winter, make sure you are well prepared to get the most from your alpine experience. This will save you from the pain and inconvenience of such injuries as sprains, strains, dislocations and fractures that can occur on the slopes.

Remember that preparation is the key to injury prevention.

Below are a few timely tips to help you ski smart this winter.

Undertake good preparation

  • Undertake pre-season conditioning and training to build up your fitness, strength and flexibility.
  • Novices should take ski/snowboard lessons to develop skills and safety techniques.
  • Don’t ski/snowboard to warm up. Warm up and stretch before any type of activity and cool down and stretch afterwards.
  • Assess the ski and weather conditions and your skill level before skiing/snowboarding.

Wear the right gear

  • Seek professional advice when choosing or hiring equipment. Select equipment suited to your activity, skill level and size. Also ensure equipment is in good working order.
  • Wear clothing, including gloves and a warm hat, that is waterproof and breathes. Layer clothing so you can remove layers to control your body temperature.
  • Ensure boots are fitted and comfortable, durable and waterproof, with thermal protection.
  • For snowboard novices, soft-shell boots are recommended.
  • Snowboards should be attached to the rider by a leash to prevent injuries to others on the slopes.
  • Eyewear that gives UV protection and a sunscreen with a high SPF should be worn, even on cloudy days.

Learn good technique and practices

  • When skiing, hold your poles correctly. Put the strap on your wrist and then hold the ski pole so that the strap is included in your grip.
  • Be aware of the grading of ski runs. Only ski on runs suited to your skill level.
  • Do not ski too fast or out of control and stay away from out-of-bounds areas.
  • Never ski/snowboard alone.
  • Always inform someone of where you are going, how long you will be gone for and the time you expect to return.
  • Adequate rest, nutrition, hydration and regular snacks will enhance performance and reduce injury risks.
  • Do not ski/snowboard under the influence of alcohol. Alcohol negatively affects performance and can contribute to hypothermia.

    • For more tips download the Smartplay Downhill Skiing, Cross-Country Skiing and Snowboarding Fact Sheets in the Resources/Links section.

    Photograph provided by Mt Buller and Mt Stirling Resort Management.

    This information was produced by Smart Play - For your printable version click here.
     

    A PRO-ACTIVE 2007 FOR YOUR CLUB

    The Sports Injury Clinic gives you tips and offers services that can help your club be pro-active in preparation on the training track and ultimately lead to improved performance on the field.

    Ground conditions affected by the drought are just one of the challenges we face during 2007 in getting your players up to peak condition.

    However, with The Sports Injury Clinic’s AFL approved programs and player management systems, we can implement effective strategies for your club in a structured and pro-active way, 7 days a week.

    Some of the concerns coaches consistently raise with us include injury reoccurrence, non structured training nights and rehabilitation programs.

    The Sports Injury Clinic can address all these issues positively, working within your current club infrastructure.

    What can we do for your club?

    Assistance 24 hours a day

    Your club will have access to an on-call physiotherapist who will give immediate assistance for players coaches and trainers 24 hours a day. Just call 1800 351 421 for on-the-spot advice.

    Exercise Physiology

    The Sports Injury Clinic’s qualified Exercise Physiologists can come to your club and conduct specialist training sessions. They can also assist with structuring your training year based on prior knowledge of football injury and best outcomes. Exercise physiology sessions are also available on-line for your club during training and specialist injury sessions. (i.e. Hamstrings, groins, quads, knee/ankle injury.)

    Injury Updates

    You will receive 20 Injury Updates per year which will give you facts and information regarding certain injuries for use by coaches and players.


     

    THE SPORTS INJURY CLINIC WEBSITE UPDATED

    The Sports Injury Clinic has just updated its website. Our new design includes:

    • Information about all our services and products
    • Provides patient information downloads
    • Club sponsorship information
    • Access to our current and past newsletters
    • Links to all our Sponsors and Partners

    To check out the latest information point your web browser to www.thesportsinjuryclinic.com.au.