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Integrating Science and Practice: A Multi-disciplinary Approach to Sports Medicine, Rehabilitation, and Performance Enhancement

Emphasises the integration of science and practice, aiming to create a platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration. This theme encourages discussions on the practical application of scientific advancements in sports medicine, rehabilitation, and performance enhancement.

UJ Sport 4th Conference Programme

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Introduction:

This conference aims to highlight the importance of multi-disciplinary medical approaches in the field of sports medicine and rehabilitation. The conference seeks to optimise athlete care, recovery, and performance outcomes by identifying gaps and fostering collaboration among different disciplines.

Athletes

Sports Coaches – All levels

Medical Professionals

Researchers

Sport Managers and Administrators

Students in Sports Medicine, Rehabilitation, Sports Sciences and Sport Management

Aim:

The aim of this conference is to promote effective integration of multi-disciplinary medical approaches in sports medicine, rehabilitation and management. By emphasising collaboration, knowledge sharing, and identification of gaps, the conference aims to enhance the collective understanding and application of multi-disciplinary approaches. The conference also seeks to explore the potential benefits and challenges of integrating various disciplines to optimise athlete care, recovery, and performance.

Objectives:

Foster interdisciplinary collaboration: The conference aims to provide a platform for professionals from various disciplines, such as sports medicine physicians, physiotherapists, biokineticists, chiropractors, podiatrists, dietitians, psychologists, strength and conditioning specialists, and mental health professionals, to collaborate and share their expertise. The conference seeks to enhance the collective understanding and approaches to sports medicine, rehabilitation and management.

Identify gaps and challenges in multi-disciplinary approaches: The conference will facilitate discussions and presentations that identify the gaps, challenges, and potential barriers in implementing multi-disciplinary approaches in sports medicine, rehabilitation and management. By acknowledging and addressing these gaps, the conference aims to pave the way for more effective and integrated care for athletes.

Share best practices and evidence-based approaches: The conference will focus on sharing best practices and evidence-based approaches that demonstrate successful integration of multi-disciplinary medical approaches in sports medicine and rehabilitation. Attendees will learn from leading experts in the field who have effectively implemented such approaches to optimise athlete care and performance.

Explore cluster topics: To cover a wide range of topics and perspectives, the conference will feature several cluster topics. These clusters will provide in-depth discussions on different approaches to sport rehabilitation, nutrition, performance enhancement, mental health, and other related areas. By exploring these topics, the conference aims to enhance the understanding of how different disciplines can work together to improve athlete performance outcomes.

Cluster Topics

Day 1: 31 October (08:30 to 16:15)

Programme Director

Airqualitymobilelab

Prof. Heather Morris-Eyton

Facilitator

Biography

Opening address

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Prof. C Yelverton

Associate Professor, Chiropractic

Biography

Keynote:

ELEVATING EXCELLENCE: A MULTI-DISCIPLINARY APPROACH TO MEDICAL CARE AND PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT IN WOMEN’S SPORTS – INSIGHTS, PERSONAL PERSPECTIVES, AND SPORT-SPECIFIC STRATEGIES

 

Airqualitymobilelab

Dr. Dhavina Naidoo

Keynote Speaker / Panelist

Sport Physician

Biography

Airqualitymobilelab

Ms Liphiwe Nxasana

Keynote Speaker / Panelist

Sport scientist

Biography

CLUSTER 1: WOMEN IN SPORTS MEDICINE, REHABILITATION AND PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT – ADDRESSING UNIQUE CONSIDERATIONS

Airqualitymobilelab

Ms Caitlin Beckett

Presenter

Biokineticist

Biography

Airqualitymobilelab

Ms Christina Sefotha

Presenter

Biokineticist

Biography

Airqualitymobilelab

Ms Nadine Marais

Presenter

Sport Scientist

Biography

CLUSTER 2: MULTI-DISCIPLINARY COLLABORATION IN SPORTS MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION

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Dr. Moshe Magethi

Facilitator

Sport Physician

Biography

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Dr. Jerome Mampane

Panelist

Springboks Medical Doctor

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Mr Aneurin Robyn

Panelist

Springboks Physiotherapist

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Mr RG Snyman

Panelist

Springbok Player

CLUSTER 3: NOVEL TECHNOLOGIES AND INNOVATIONS IN SPORTS REHABILITATION AND PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT

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Mr Paul Treu

Panelist / Presenter

Previous SA 7’S Rugby Head Coach

Biography

Airqualitymobilelab

Mr Tumi Masekela

Panelist / Presenter

High-performance cricket South Africa, high-performance S&C

Biography

Airqualitymobilelab

Mr Ashley De Beer

Panelist / Presenter

Customer Success Specialist – Catapult

Biography

Airqualitymobilelab

Ms Minky Tshabalala

Panelist

Manager UJ Sport Science

Biography

CLUSTER 4: ADVANCEMENTS IN INJURY PREVENTION STRATEGIES: FROM LABORATORY TO THE FIELD

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Ms Simone Ferreira

Lecturer & Biokineticist

Biography

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Dr. Candice MacMillan

Lecturer and researcher in Biomechanics

Biography

Day 2: 1 November 2023 (08:30 to 16:00)

Programme Director

Airqualitymobilelab

Prof. Heather Morris-Eyton

Facilitator

Biography

Keynote:

OPTIMIZING PERFORMANCE AND WELLBEING IN PARALYMPIC ATHLETES: A MULTI-DISCIPLINARY SPORTS MEDICINE APPROACH

Airqualitymobilelab

Mr Rannoa Ntseke

Panelist / Presenter

Physiotherapist

Biography

Airqualitymobilelab

Dr. Brad Sandler

Panelist / Presenter

Chiropractor

Biography

Airqualitymobilelab

Mr Lifa Hlongwa

Panelist / Presenter

Para-Athlete

Biography

CLUSTER 5: BIOMECHANICS AND MOVEMENT ANALYSIS IN SPORTS MEDICINE

Airqualitymobilelab

Ms Erin Fortoen

Panelist

Podiatrist

Biography

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Dr. Glen Paton

Panelist

Chiropractor

Biography

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Prof. Andrew Green

Panelist

Sport Scientist

Biography

CLUSTER 6: INTEGRATING NUTRITION AND EXERCISE SCIENCE IN SPORTS REHABILITATION AND PERFORMANCE

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Dr. Nicki de Villiers

Presenter

Dietitian

Biography

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Dr. Amanda Claassen-Smithers

Presenter

Dietitian

Biography

CLUSTER 7: ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS IN SPORTS MEDICINE AND PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT

Airqualitymobilelab

Dr. Thulani Ngwenya

Presenter

Sport Physician

Biography

CLUSTER 8: PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS IN SPORTS MEDICINE AND PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT

Airqualitymobilelab

Ms Jacqueline du Toit

Facilitator

Manager: Sport Psychology and Academic Advice

Biography

Closing remarks

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Mrs Lynn Smith

HOD:  Sport & Movement Studies

Biography

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Mr Nic Venter

Panelist

Sports and Performance Psychology Specialist

Biography

Melissa-Williams

Ms Melissa Williams

Panelist

Olympic Skateboarder

Biography

The conference on “Integrating Science and Practice: A Multi-disciplinary Approach to Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation” aims to promote collaboration and knowledge sharing among multi-disciplinary medical professionals to optimise athlete care, recovery, and performance outcomes. By identifying gaps, sharing best practices, and exploring cluster topics that emphasise multi-disciplinary approaches, the conference seeks to enhance the integration of different disciplines in sports medicine, rehabilitation and management, ultimately benefiting athletes and improving their overall well-being.