SPORTS MEDICINE & ATHLETIC TRAINING
MEDICAL CENTRE HAWTHORN
Our performance programming is based out of Medical Centre Hawthorn, Melbourne's hub of excellence for sports performance, pathology services, comprehensive medical care, and a strong focus on research initiatives. From specialised sports programs to advanced pathology services, Medical Centre Hawthorn gives as a training base that's committed to one's health and performance.
PHYSIOTHERAPY
Based in South Yarra, Dean Huffer is a graduate of the Doctor of Physiotherapy program at Bond University, and also holds a Master’s degree in Exercise Science from Adams State University in Colorado, U.S.A. Dean comes from a high level athletics background, and was an Australian youth and Victorian All Schools champion over middle distance events before going onto compete collegiately in the United States.
His interest in physiotherapy stemmed from multiple injuries that affected his progress as an athlete and a desire to provide better injury prevention and treatment services in the community.
Dean has been committed to seeking out the best in high performances practices and has worked with many of Australia's leading runners. In the lead up to the London Olympics 2012, he conducted research at US post-collegiate distance training centres. He also published research articles in the effectiveness of intrinsic foot musculature strength training for treating plantar fasciitis.
Dean works closely with our teams North American based practitioner Peter Kitto at International Physiotherapist and Associates.
RUNNING ANALYSIS /
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
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Movement biomechanics and athlete screenings for your sport
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Training & goal programming analysis
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Athlete report and recommendations based on biomechanics, physical attributes, training and goals
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Optional seasonal strength and conditioning and running training program
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Delivered by Craig Huffer Sub 4 minute Miler, Post Graduate Certificate of Exercise Science (Strength and Conditioning)