#160 -  Brenton Egglestone - The Rehabilitation Physiotherapist at Melbourne Football Club
Channel: High Performance Content for AFL Staff & Athletes 
Date: 30/08/2022

Strategies to aid injury prevention and improve performance within a team environment. Since 2014, Brenton has worked in elite sport, including the St North Melbourne FC, Norwich FC, and Melbourne FC. He has also been a co-founder of Enhance Sports Performance and Rehabilitation since Dec 2016.
 
Highlights from the episode:

- Brenton’s four key pillars for returning a footballer to performance 
- How he upskills himself
- Why learning how to work in a team is critical to working in elite sport
- How do your biggest learnings come from those you work closest 
- Developing an earn the right philosophy and how to apply it to rehabilitation

The speaker emphasizes the importance of loading injured tissues appropriately during rehabilitation for a successful return to performance. Reflective practice is highlighted as a valuable method for professional development, where one evaluates what went well and what didn't in various situations, including across injuries. The challenge of working within a team in elite sport is discussed, with the speaker suggesting that entering discussions with humility can help maximize collaboration and productivity. The speaker co-founded a clinic called Enhanced Sports Physiotherapy with a colleague from the university, which serves a sporting clientele and provides them with motivated athletes to work with. Having a well-structured and adaptable rehabilitation process is considered crucial for an athlete's success, as it provides clarity and guidance throughout their recovery journey. Different practitioners may have slightly different approaches, but the process itself is seen as the key to successful outcomes.
 
People Mentioned:

- Steve Saunders
- Rob Inness
- Dan Meehan
- Darren Burgess
- Dan James
- Selwyn Griffith
- Darren Burgess
- Nick Murray
- David Reagan
- Adam Grant
- David Faye
 
Connect with Brenton:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brenton-egglestone-b761b8145/
Website: https://www.enhancesportsphysio.com.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancesportsperformance/