Recognise, remove, record and refer. These four guiding principles now define how head injuries in sport are addressed. From mandatory stand-downs in sporting codes to the critical early stages of diagnosis, Australian osteopath Cliff Butler and New Zealand’s Neil Holmes share a passion for player welfare in this engaging podcast. 

Their commitment to advancing post-concussion care is evident as they explore the unique role osteopaths play in identifying, treating, managing, and referring patients with concussion. 

Across both sides of the Tasman, Cliff and Neil unpack resources such as the ANZ Concussion Guidelines, digital apps, and sport-specific policies, all of which are empowering practitioners to deliver better outcomes and, above all, prioritise player safety in the management of concussion and related head injuries. 

Part 2 is coming in 2026

Resources: 
ANZ Concussion Guidelines: anzconcussionguidelines.com
SCAT6 Sport Concussion Assessment Tool for Adolescents https://sma.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/SCAT6.pdf
World Rugby Passport: Player welfare/medical and Injury prevention e-learning modules  https://passport.world.rugby/

Instagram: cliff_butler and neil_theosteo

 

Recognise, remove, record and refer. These four guiding principles now define how head injuries in sport are addressed. From mandatory stand-downs in sporting codes to the critical early stages of diagnosis, Australian osteopath Cliff Butler and New Zealand&rsquo;s Neil Holmes share a passion for player welfare in this engaging podcast.&nbsp;
Their commitment to advancing post-concussion care is evident as they explore the unique role osteopaths play in identifying, treating, managing, and referring patients with concussion.&nbsp;
Across both sides of the Tasman, Cliff and Neil unpack resources such as the ANZ Concussion Guidelines, digital apps, and sport-specific policies, all of which are empowering practitioners to deliver better outcomes and, above all, prioritise player safety in the management of concussion and related head injuries.&nbsp;
Part 2 is coming in 2026
Resources:&nbsp;
<ol>
<li>ANZ Concussion Guidelines: <a href="anzconcussionguidelines.com">anzconcussionguidelines.com</a></li>
<li>SCAT6 Sport Concussion Assessment Tool for Adolescents&nbsp;<a href="https://sma.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/SCAT6.pdf" aria-label="Link https://sma.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/SCAT6.pdf">https://sma.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/SCAT6.pdf</a></li>
<li>World Rugby Passport: Player welfare/medical and Injury prevention e-learning modules &nbsp;<a href="https://passport.world.rugby/">https://passport.world.rugby/</a></li>
</ol>
Instagram: cliff_butler and neil_theosteo
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Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts

After a brief hiatus, Osteo Talk is making a welcome return! This podcast has always been about information and connection – now we are bringing members together through shared stories, professional insights, and engaging conversations.

To better serve our members, we’re introducing exciting changes such as revolving hosts and special interest content. Diversity is one of the strengths of our profession, and by incorporating different hosts, we can ensure the podcast reflects a wide range of experiences, specialties and perspectives – keeping the content dynamic.

Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts will continue to deliver clinically relevant education for osteopaths to learn, connect and collaborate and will now include special interest topics and profiles of many leading osteopaths. .

Each episode will explore real clinical issues through interviews and discussions with top practitioners in Australia and internationally, as well as covering some thought-provoking topics. The aim is to inspire and be inspired by colleagues, helping to grow clinical and business knowledge among osteopaths to ensure better clinical practice. 

This podcast is available free via the Osteopathy Australia website and on the following channels: 

Spotify, Amazon, Apple 

The content discussed in each episode is the opinion of the participants only and should not be used as medical advice. 

Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts
After a brief hiatus, Osteo Talk is making a welcome return! This podcast has always been about information and connection – now we are bringing members together through shared stories, professional insights, and engaging conversations.
To better serve our members, we’re introducing exciting changes such as revolving hosts and special interest content. Diversity is one of the strengths of our profession, and by incorporating different hosts, we can ensure the podcast reflects a wide range of experiences, specialties and perspectives – keeping the content dynamic.
Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts will continue to deliver clinically relevant education for osteopaths to learn, connect and collaborate and will now include special interest topics and profiles of many leading osteopaths. .
Each episode will explore real clinical issues through interviews and discussions with top practitioners in Australia and internationally, as well as covering some thought-provoking topics. The aim is to inspire and be inspired by colleagues, helping to grow clinical and business knowledge among osteopaths to ensure better clinical practice. 
This podcast is available free via the Osteopathy Australia website and on the following channels: 
Spotify, Amazon, Apple 
The content discussed in each episode is the opinion of the participants only and should not be used as medical advice.

Osteo Talk

 Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts

Osteo Talk continues to connect and inform Australia’s osteopathy community through shared stories, professional insights and engaging conversations.

To better serve its members, the podcast now features rotating hosts and specialised content. Diversity is one of the profession’s greatest strengths, and by including a variety of voices, Osteo Talk reflects a wide range of experiences, specialties and perspectives – keeping each episode dynamic and relevant.

Produced by Osteopathy Australia, Osteo Talk delivers clinically relevant education to help osteopaths learn, connect and collaborate. Listeners can enjoy discussions on special interest topics and hear from many leading osteopaths from Australia and around the world.

Each episode explores real clinical issues through interviews and thought-provoking discussions designed to inspire professional growth and support better clinical and business practice.

The podcast is available free via the Osteopathy Australia website and on all major podcast platforms.

The content discussed in each episode is the participants' opinion only and should not be used as medical advice.

<a>&nbsp;</a>Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts
Osteo Talk continues to connect and inform Australia&rsquo;s osteopathy community through shared stories, professional insights and engaging conversations.
To better serve its members, the podcast now features rotating hosts and specialised content. Diversity is one of the profession&rsquo;s greatest strengths, and by including a variety of voices, Osteo Talk reflects a wide range of experiences, specialties and perspectives &ndash; keeping each episode dynamic and relevant.
Produced by Osteopathy Australia, Osteo Talk delivers clinically relevant education to help osteopaths learn, connect and collaborate. Listeners can enjoy discussions on special interest topics and hear from many leading osteopaths from Australia and around the world.
Each episode explores real clinical issues through interviews and thought-provoking discussions designed to inspire professional growth and support better clinical and business practice.
The podcast is available free via the Osteopathy Australia website and on all major podcast platforms.
The content discussed in each episode is the participants' opinion only and should not be used as medical advice.

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