Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) Launches New Guidelines for Concussion in Sport
“If in doubt, sit them out” The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) has launched updated Concussion Guidelines for Youth and Community Sport, aiming to provide a comprehensive and standardised approach to concussion management. The guidelines are a collaboration between the Australian Institute of Sport, Australasian College of Sport & Exercise Physicians, Sports Medicine Australia and […]
Scoring Goals and Breaking Barriers: AFLW Season 2023
The 2023 Season of the Australian Women’s Football League (AFLW) has kicked off with players set to ignite stadiums and captivate audiences across the country. At Physios of Mt Eliza, we are passionate about sport and have proudly supported community sporting clubs for over 35 years. We regularly share current, best practice knowledge for teams, […]
Are Women and Girls More at Risk of Injury Playing Football?
Article by: Mark Scotney. Previous Melbourne Victory Physiotherapist and current Australian Winter Olympic Institute Of Australia Physiotherapist. The Women’s World Cup has broken many records, including historic attendance and record-breaking broadcast views. Female participation at a grassroots level is expected to increase next season, ignited by the inspirational performances witnessed at this global tournament. Whilst […]
AFL Concussion Management Guidelines
The Australian Football League (AFL) has completed the development of the AFL Concussion Guidelines for Australian Football across all levels excluding the AFL/AFLW competitions. These guidelines are designed to support community football leagues, clubs, players, parents, coaches, trainers, and other individuals involved, in evaluating and handling players who have experienced or are suspected to have […]
Mt Eliza Soccer Club
Injury Management Information Senior Physiotherapist at Physios of Mt Eliza, Mark Scotney, recently delivered an interactive, highly informative session for Mt Eliza Soccer Club, sharing current, best practice knowledge for coaches and team managers to help look after the health and wellbeing of their teams, keeping children on the field, playing the game they love. […]
R.I.C.E & H.A.R.M EXPLAINED
Have you ever been told to “R.I.C.E it” after you’ve been injured? What about doing no H.A.R.M? R.I.C.E and H.A.R.M are handy acronyms used to assist in the initial management of musculoskeletal injuries – but what do they involve? R.I.C.E stands for rest, ice, compression and elevation and is to be performed for 2-3 days […]