

Pre-op ACL Reconstruction Fun Facts
#1: 72% of ACL reconstruction patients returned to pre-injuy level sport at 2yrs follow up when their pre-op physio program included 10...
Mick Hughes
Oct 18, 2017


ACL Rehab: Compliance, Time & Quality = Improved Outcomes.
As a clinician I often see a gradual decline in follow-ups with ACL reconstruction patients between 3-6 months post-op - despite best...
Mick Hughes
Oct 12, 2017


Plyometric Training
It's well established that Plyometrics enhance physical performance, but when prescribed correctly, they have also been shown to...
Mick Hughes
Sep 18, 2017


The 2km a Day Walking Challenge
I frequently hear that "time" is a barrier to exercise compliance. Another common issue with exercise is that, some people don't know if...
Mick Hughes
Jul 17, 2017


Return To Sport Test: The Hop Test Battery.
I've previously posted about the single leg hop test and its role in the decision-making process regearding return to sport following...
Mick Hughes
Jun 18, 2017


Return to Sport Testing: Single Leg Hop Test.
Last week I shared a simple clinical test (Star Excursion Balance Test) that can be used to help guide the decision-making process around...
Mick Hughes
Jun 12, 2017


Return To Sport Tests: The Star Excursion Balance Test.
What tests do you use to guide your patient's/athlete's return to sport following lower limb injury; such as ankle sprains or knee/hip...
Mick Hughes
Jun 8, 2017


There is no such thing as a "BAD" exercise.
Squats often get a bad rap for hurting people's knees, and there's a lot of argument about how you should do them. First things first:...
Mick Hughes
Jun 2, 2017


Anyone for Tennis? ..Or Swimming? Or Aerobics?
We know that, just like taxes, death is inevitable, but wouldn’t it be nice to extend your years out a little bit longer? Well, a recent...
Mick Hughes
May 30, 2017


Sleep, Injury & Performance
For elite athletes sleep is a crucial part of their preparation for sport and an even more crucial part of their recovery from matches...
Mick Hughes
May 26, 2017































