In this must-listen episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, Matt Ellis chats with Dr John Orchard, one of the world’s most respected voices in sports medicine. With decades of experience treating elite cricketers, Dr Orchard shares stories from his journey in the game, the evolution of injury management, and the driving forces behind his newly released book, Cricket Sports Medicine.
🔍 What you’ll learn in this episode:
Insights into injury prevention, management, and recovery in elite sport
What goes on behind the scenes when star players get injured
The collaborative effort behind Cricket Sports Medicine — a first-of-its-kind comprehensive resource
Why cricket-specific care needs a multidisciplinary approach
📘 About the Book: Cricket Sports Medicine
This groundbreaking text brings together leading experts from around the globe to provide a holistic, evidence-based guide to managing cricketers' health. Covering everything from biomechanics and load management to lumbar stress fractures, nutrition, and mental well-being, it’s an essential resource for any healthcare professional working in cricket — from grassroots to international level.
🎧 Whether you're a cricket tragic, a sports medicine enthusiast, or someone working in athlete care, this episode is packed with wisdom, experience, and forward-thinking.
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