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View past professional development events run by SMA.
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2025
Syndesmosis injury management in 2025: The keys to optimising return to play
Dates: 13 May
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: Western Australian Institute of Sport, 10 McGillivray Road, Mt Claremont WA
Integrating Sports Physiotherapy, Sports and Exercise Medicine, and Orthopaedic perspectives to help best manage the next syndesmosis injury clinically. See details
Dates: 7 May
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEST
Location: Online
Co-presented with Sport Integrity Australia and the Australian Sports Commission, an exploration of abuse in sport, its impact, risk factors, and how practitioners can help build safer, more supportive sporting environments. See details
Dates: 16 April
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm AWST
Location: Online
An in-depth exploration of multi-directional instability (MDI) of the shoulder, focusing on pathophysiology, assessment, and evidence-based rehabilitation strategies. See details
Running strong: A guide to the assessment of runners
Dates: 29 March
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Location: State Sport Centres – Parkville, 10 Brens Drive, Parkville VIC
Hands-on workshop, outlining the key steps in assessing the runner, encompassing assessments of mobility and strength using a range of both high-tech and low-tech methods. See details
Running injuries
Dates: 27 March
Time: 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Location: Centre for Movement, 22 Crawford Street, Katherine East NT
Interactive workshop designed to equip you with the skills to better understand, manage, and prevent common running injuries, along with VALD jump assessments. See details
The art of reviewing scientific manuscripts: A practical tutorial
20 March, 6:00pm – 7:00pm AEDT – See details
21 March, 6:00am – 7:00am AEDT – See details
Location: Online
A special webinar with JSAMS Editor-in-Chief, Prof Tim Meyer, on the manuscript review process and how to contribute as a reviewer in sports medicine journals.
Hamstring injuries in high-speed running: Anatomy, biomechanics and rehabilitation
Dates: 13 March
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Location: Domain Athletic Centre, Upper Domain Rd, Queens Domain TAS
Valuable insights into hamstring function, biomechanics, injury prevention, and strategies for performance optimisation. See details
Dates: 12 March
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm AEST
Location: Online
Expertise on managing shoulder injuries in swimmers and athletes, ideal for physiotherapists, sports doctors, students, and health professionals managing shoulder injuries. See details
Dates: 3 March
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm AEDT
Location: Online
Designed to help those in sports medicine and sports & exercise science gain an understanding of concussion management, including practical applications of the latest guidelines. See details
Dates: 26 February
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm AEDT
Location: Online
Evidence and clinical application of pressure plate technology and analysis ideal for podiatrists, foot and ankle physios, chiropractors, athletes and sports medicine professionals. See details
Dates: 20 February
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEDT
Location: Online
Advice on thriving as women in sports medicine including overcoming challenges, embracing leadership, and shaping the future. See details
Dates: 15 February
Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Location: The Pavilion Function & Conference Centre, 1 Greg Chappell St, Albion QLD
Covering topics such as epidemiology and diagnosis of hamstring injuries, through to cutting-edge treatment approaches and prevention strategies with leading experts. See details
Dates: 12 February
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEDT
Location: Online
Exploring the complexities of chronic leg injuries in athletes, a deeper understanding of how to assess at-risk athletes, and application of clinical findings to improve patient outcomes. See details
Triathlete peak performance symposium
Dates: 8 February
Time: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Location: Novotel Melbourne on Collins, 270 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC
Leading experts in endurance sports discussed a wide range of critical topics for triathlon professionals including injury prevention, tendon rehabilitation techniques and nutrition strategies. See details
2024
Dates: 28 November
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEDT
Location: Online
Information on how to communicate musculoskeletal imaging reports to patients and help them interpret reports in the context of the pathology that is being treated. See details
Dates: 26 November
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEDT
Location: Online
Exploring unique health challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ athletes and the importance of inclusive language, environments, and health services within sports medicine. See details
Become Untouchable – Sidestepping between science and fiction in ACL Injury Prevention
Dates: 23 November
Time: 9:00am – 10:30am
Location: WA Institute of Sport, 10 McGillivray Road, Mount Claremont WA
A comprehensive workshop that looked at critical factors that put athletes at risk for ACL injuries, and explored the latest research and practical strategies to minimise these risks. See details
Dates: 13 November
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEDT
Location: Online
Collaboration with CoSEP, to develop a greater understanding of working effectively within multidisciplinary teams and the working alliance in sport. See details
Concussion: Understanding the risks and realities
Dates: 28 October
Time: 6:00pm – 7:15pm
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 82 Barrett Drive, Alice Springs NT
The latest research and tools available to professionals and sports enthusiasts alike, ensuring concussion is diagnosed and managed effectively. See details
Sudden cardiac events in sport: Athlete’s heart, sex differences and prevention of sudden death
Dates: 18 September
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEST
Location: Online
An exploration of the concept of electrical, structural and functional cardiac changes associated with intense exercise, and sex differences in sports cardiology. See details
Chronic ankle injuries
Dates: 12 September
Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: Pro Feet Footwear, 89 West Fyans Street, Newtown VIC
Assessment and management of chronic ankle injuries, targeted to health professionals who treat and manage lower limb injuries and want to improve patient outcomes. See details
Mastering breath for peak performance: Techniques and exercises to enhance athletic success
Dates: 11 September
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Location: Netball NT, 235 Abala Road, Marrara NT
The importance of breathing for athletic performance, and practical breathing exercises that can be integrate into your training program and competitions. See details
Tips for an impressive presentation
Dates: 28 August
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEST
Location: Online
An informative session led by 2024 SMA & ACSEP Conference Co-Chairs and Judging Chair on how to deliver an impactful academic presentation. See details
The science of sport footwear
Dates: 22 August
Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: Bared Footwear, 36 Manchester Ln, Melbourne VIC
An evening in Melbourne discussing footwear considerations for netball and basketball, followed by a healthy debate on ‘Can you just wear your runners for sport?’. See details
Careers in sports medicine and sports science
Dates: 14 August
Time: 7:30pm – 9:00pm AEST
Location: Online
Learn what you need to do, and the pathways you can take, to pursue a successful career in medicine and allied health disciplines with a sports medicine focus. See details
Risk management for Sports Trainers
Dates: 24 July
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEST
Location: Online
Practical knowledge and resources that will enhance your safety and the safety of others in your sports training work. See details
Point-of-care ultrasound: A sixth sense in sports medicine
Dates: 17 July
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEST
Location: Online
Fundamentals of point-of-care ultrasound, clinical applications and optimising resources, plus case studies in diagnosing and treating foot and ankle conditions. See details
Footwear dynamics for injury prevention
Dates: 3 July
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEST
Location: Online
Insights on key footwear features such as foam softness, shoe rotation dynamics and role of heel pitch, uncovering how each element influences foot mechanics and overall running biomechanics. See details
Coach education for those working with female athletes
Dates: 26 June
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEST
Location: Online
A discussion on developing an effective environment and sport culture for female athletes, and understanding your role and the influence of gender. See details
Ankle osteoarthritis: Dinner discussion on assessment, referral and treatment
Dates: 25 June
Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: Motor Yacht Club of Tasmania, 1 Ford Pde, Lindisfarne TAS
An education dinner in Hobart on the complexities of ankle osteoarthritis management including aetiology and progression of disease, and post-op rehabilitation. See details
Roadmap to success: Driving your sports medicine career
Dates: 19 June
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEST
Location: Online
Tips and tricks for sports medicine professionals at the beginning of their career journey, and who are eager to carve their niche in their industry and grow a business. See details
Thinking beyond the joint: A contemporary understanding of osteoarthritis for the athlete
Dates: 5 June
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm AEST
Location: Online
Attendees learned about osteoarthritis progression and pain, the implications of this knowledge and appropriate loading in the context of the athlete with osteoarthritis. See details
Managing pregnancy and return to sport as an athlete support team
Dates: 29 May
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEST
Location: Online
An exploration of pre-conception considerations, periodisation training plans, and considerations of the new normal of daily training and racing with a bub. See details
Footwear tech and athlete talent networking event
Dates: 23 May
Time: 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Location: The Running Edge, 73 Murray St, Hobart TAS
Networking plus the latest in footwear technology, medical pathologies and identifying professional athlete talent over drinks and nibbles. See details
Managing common hand injuries in sport
Dates: 22 May
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm AEST
Location: Online
Learn how to differentiate between hand injuries that require surgical intervention and those that can be managed conservatively, and gain clarity on the crucial elements of effective hand injury management. Learn more
Iron for female athletes
Dates: 23 April
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEST
Location: Online
Focused on the prevalence of iron deficiency in female athletes, impact of menstruation and influence of female sex hormones on iron regulation and absorption. See details
New Concussion Guidelines: What it means for members & practitioners
Dates: 3 April
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEDT
Location: Online
Dr David Hughes, CMO at the AIS, presented a special online SMA, ACSEP & APA members-only event, where he gave an overview of the position statement on concussion and brain health. See details
Stress fractures: Overuse to overlooked!
Dates: 20 March
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEDT
Location: Online
Discussion of the risk factors, evaluation, classification and management of common stress fractures for a speedy recovery to sport and prevention of further complications. See details
What’s new in tendons?
Dates: 28 February
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm AEDT
Location: Online
Latest research from the International Scientific Tendon Symposium, including a new patient outcome measure for the Achilles and clinical tips for the difficult differential diagnosis. See details
Rheumatology in sports
Dates: 22 February
Time: 8:00pm – 9:00pm AEDT
Location: Online
Discussion on rheumatology conditions that masquerade in sports, who they affect, and how they can be recognised. See details.
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2023
Changing the narrative around menstrual cycles and the impact of hormones on women athletes
Dates: 28 November 2023
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEDT
Location: Online
The menstrual cycle and the changes that occur to the body through puberty and development for girls and women for positive health and performance outcomes. See details.
Sports Radiology – Imaging for health professionals
Dates: 25 October, 1 November and 6 November 2023
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEDT
Location: Online
A three-part online series with Dr Hussain Khan for a fundamental understanding of sports radiology, to support your work in the multidisciplinary field of sports medicine and sports science. See details
Upper limb taping masterclass
Dates: 26 September 2023
Time: 6:30pm – 8:00pm AEST
Location: Online/Livestreamed
Expert live taping webinar with taping demonstrations of the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand, and the appropriate equipment needed to best apply these taping methods. See details.
Female athletes, body composition and eating disorders
Dates: 6 September 2023
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm AEST
Location: Online
A critical conversation discussing signs and symptoms of changes in relationship with food and body, relationship between body composition and performance, and understanding of the ED/DE continuum and importance of early detection. See details
Preparation, performance and physiotherapy: Women’s World Cup series
Date: 20 June, 27 June, 4 July and 11 July 2023
Time: 7pm – 8pm AEST
Location: Online
Over four weeks, attendees heard from world renowned speakers including Dr Andreas Serner, Dr Donna Lu, Prof Tim Meyer and Dr Steph Filbay as they explored topics such as tournament medical preparation, purposeful heading, high performance environments and ACL injuries. See details
Treating the Injured Runner: An evidence-based practical approach
Date: 20 May 2023
Time: 9am – 5pm AEST
Location: The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel, 1 Macquarie St, Hobart TAS
APA Titled Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist, Brad Beer covered key areas of running rehabilitation, provided a comprehensive and structured approach for assessing and treating the injured runner, and offered evidence-based tips and best practices. See details
Gender Bias in Pain, Rehabilitation and Performance
Date: 22 April 2023
Time: 8am – 3pm AWST
Location: 491 Wellington Street, Perth WA + Live Webinar
A symposium which explored research gaps that inform clinical practice for pain neuroscience, sports injury rehabilitation and performance. Panellists included A/Prof Tasha Stanton, Prof Sophia Nimphius, Dr Mervyn Travers, Cobie Starcevich, Dr Rachel Harris, and Dr Clare Ardern. See details
“It sparked personal reflection and the knowledge/perspectives shared by presenters was absolutely inspiring.” – Attendee
Breast Injuries in Female Athletes
Date: 29 March 2023
Time: 7pm – 8pm AEDT
Location: Live Webinar with Q &A
A collaboration between SMA and the Australian Institute of Sport Female Performance & Health Initiative (AIS FPHI). This interactive, online event led by Dr Hilary Grover, featured A/Prof Deirdre McGhee and Dr Bronwyn Kennedy
“A fascinating session with practical tips that were as relevant to males as females!” – Attendee