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Platelet Rick Plasma (PRP) Injections
What is plasma and what are platelets? Plasma is the liquid portion of whole blood. It is composed largely of water and proteins, and it
Rehabilitation vs Surgical Reconstruction for Non-acute Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears are among the most common and costly injuries. Both surgery and rehabilitation options are available to the patient. There is
NOVAR Musculoskeletal Research Institute (NMRI)
We have a new donation portal Your Tax-Deductible donations of support are very welcome Ballarat OSM and NOVAR Specialist Healthcare work closely with NMRI, a
Range-of-Motion Exercises for Arthritis
Stretches and range-of-motion exercises aim to improve the mobility and flexibility of your joints. To increase your range of motion, move a joint as far
5 Surprising Benefits Of Walking
The next time you have a check-up, don’t be surprised if your doctor hands you a prescription to walk. Yes, this simple activity that
Injections For Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common and most costly issues facing our modern Australian population. While knee replacement is often a
Physiotherapy Hours Extending
Ballarat Sports Medicine has recently welcomed Peta Johnston to our team. Peta is an experienced Physiotherapist who graduated from the Bachelor of Physiotherapy with Honours
Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS)
Point of care ultrasound (POCUS) has become increasingly important in many branches of medicine, from obstetrics to emergency medicine and anaesthetics. Technological advances in both
ACL Study
At Ballarat Sports Medicine, we have strong systems in place to support your return to sport after ACL reconstruction. Patients who have had an ACL