We are pleased to launch The Spin from Axis, a new podcast sharing practical insights and conversations from across sport, exercise medicine, rehabilitation and performance.

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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.

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Each episode explores the decisions, challenges and teamwork involved in helping people recover from injury, return to activity and perform at their best.

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Conversations with people working in the field

The Spin from Axis builds on interviews and educational content we already share with our clinical community.

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The podcast format vies our guests more time to explore their area of expertise, discuss the evidence behind their work and share lessons gained through practical experience.

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While many conversations draw on elite and professional sport, the principles discussed can also be relevant to community athletes, active people and clinicians across a wide range of settings.

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Listen to our first episodes

Our opening episodes feature conversations across rehabilitation, sports medicine, nutrition and international football.

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ACL Rehabilitation with Jackson McKellar

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.

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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.

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Sideline Trauma with Dr Stephen Kara

Sport and Exercise Physician Dr Stephen Kara discusses the assessment and management of injuries on the sideline.

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The conversation covers clinical decision-making under pressure, preparing for serious injuries and the importance of having clear systems in place before an emergency occurs.

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Adolescent Athlete Nutrition with Dane Baker

Performance Dietitian Dane Baker explores the nutritional demands placed on adolescent athletes.

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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.

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Behind the scenes at the FIFA World Cup with Dr Simon Kim

Dr Simon Kim shares his experience working at Team Doctor with the All Whites at the FIFA World Cup.

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He discusses tournament preparation, managing players during a demanding international schedule and the coordination required between medical, coaching and performance teams.

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Sharing knowledge beyond the clinic

Doctors, physiotherapists, surgeons, podiatrist, occupational therapists, psychologists, dietitians and other specialists often contribute different perspectives to the same recovery journey.

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The Spin from Axis reflects this approach. By bringing together people from different areas of health and performance, we hope to share useful information that supports better conversations, stronger clinical decisions and more coordinated care.

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Listen and subscribe

The Spin from Axis is 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.