We are pleased to launch The Spin from Axis, our new podcast sharing practical insights and conversations from across sport, exercise medicine, rehabilitation and performance. Hosted by Axis Sports Medicine's Dr Mark Fulcher, the podcast brings together experienced clinicians, researchers, coaches and people working behind the scenes in high-performance sport. With a new episode dropping each month, we explore the decisions, challenges and teamwork involved in helping people recover from injury, return to activity and perform at their best.

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Listen to our first episodes

Our opening episodes feature conversations across rehabilitation, concussion, sideline trauma, nutrition and international football.

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Ep. 01 - ACL Rehabilitation with Jackson McKellar

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Dr Mark Fulcher speaks with former One New Zealand Warriors rehabilitation physiotherapist Jackson McKellar about ACL rehabilitation and the work required to prepare an athlete for a safe and successful return to sport. They discuss the importance of progressive loading, objective testing and preparing the athletes for the physical and psychological demands they will face when they return. Listen here on Spotify l Listen here on Apple

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Ep. 02 - Concussion baseline testing with Katherine Forch

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Dr Mark Fulcher speaks with Katherine Forch, Specialist Concussion Physiotherapist at Axis, about the importance of completing concussion baseline testing before the sporting season begins. They discuss how baseline testing provides clinicians with valuable information about an athlete's usual cognitive and physical function, and how these results can support medical decision-making following a concussion, particularly when assessing recovery and readiness to return to play. Listen here on Spotify l Listen here on Apple

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Ep. 03 - Being Prepared for Sideline Trama with Dr Stephen Kara

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Sport and Exercise Physician Dr Stephen Kara discusses the assessment and management of injuries on the sidelines. The conversation covers clinical decision-making under pressure, preparing for serious injuries and having clear systems in place before an emergency occurs. Listen here on Spotify l Listen here on Apple

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Ep. 04 - Adolescent Athlete Nutrition with Dane Baker

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Performance Dietitian Dane Baker explores the nutritional demands placed on adolescent athletes. This episode looks at fuelling for growth and training, recognising signs that an athlete may not be meeting their energy needs and helping young people develop sustainable habits around food and performance. Listen here on Spotify l Listen here on Apple

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Ep. 05 - Behind the scenes at the FIFA World Cup with Dr Simon Kim

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Dr Simon Kim shares his experience working as Team Doctor with the All Whites at the FIFA World Cup. He discusses tournament preparation, managing players during a demanding international schedule and the coordination required between medical, coaching and performance teams. Listen here on Spotify l Listen here on Apple

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Listen and subscribe

The Spin from Axis provides you with an alternative way for you to listen to news and insights from Axis. Available on major podcast platforms, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

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Subscribe to follow the series, listen to the latest episodes and share them with colleagues, athletes, patients or anyone interested in sport, health and performance.

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We look forward to bringing you more conversations from the people helping shape sport and exercise medicine in New Zealand and beyond.