AOK was the major sponsor of this years Sports Medicine Australia NSW Sports Trainer Conference. Held at St George Leagues Club at Kogorah the day was a great success, with a range of excellent presenters. The subjects included:
“Predictability of Lower Limb Injuries in Sport” with Marilyn Feenstra (President of SMA NSW) and principal podiatrist at the Mosman Foot Clinic.
“Learn to Think Like a Champion” with Paul Penna of Focus Performance Psychology and the Sport Psychologist with the Australia Swim Team.
“Making Safety Easy” with Kristy Abbot Ass Chief Executive with Youthsafe – the peak body for youth injury prevention.
“The Use of Technology in Sport” with James Green Physical Preparation Co-ordinator with the Sydney Swans.
“Sports Nutrition – What a Trainer Needs to Know” with Susie Burrell - a specialist Weight Management Dietitian at the Westmead Childen’s Hospital.
“Concussion Management” with Dr Dan Bates, Sydney Swans Sports Medicine Registrar.
“Preparing for Competing – The warm Up” with Cameron Elliott, Physiotherapist with Sydney Sports Medicine Centre.
“Advanced Taping Principles” with Larry Britton, Head Trainer – Bulldogs Rugby League Football Club.