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Axis Sports Medicine Specialists

Sport & Exercise Medicine doctors specialising in prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries for athletes of all levels.

Specialists in injury prevention, diagnosis, treatment & rehabilitation for professional & recreational athletes, sports people, dancers or weekend warriors.

3 Locations across Auckland
- 261 Morrin Road (Building 730), St Johns
- Southern Cross Specialist Centre, 212 Wairau Rd, Wairau Valley
- 154 Great South Road, Takanini (Knee Clinic only)

And Queenstown
- 15/5 Hawthorne Drive, Frankton, Queenstown

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23/03/2026

What can imaging reveal after a failed ACL reconstruction?

In our latest Radiology Review, Dr Mark Fulcher shares the case of a young footballer experiencing ongoing knee issues following previous ACL surgery.

This article explores how MRI helped identify key post-surgical findings, including graft rupture, meniscal damaging and cartilage change, helping guide the next stage of management.

A valuable read for clinicians, rehab professionals and anyone involved in knee injury care.

Read more: https://www.axissportsmedicine.co.nz/blog/radiology---acl-post-surgical-complications

22/03/2026

Rehabbing a second ACL is not the same as the first. This short clip touches on what feels different the second time around.

To watch the full interview, check out the link in bio

19/03/2026

In this outtake from our recent interview, Jackson McKeller highlights how ACL rehab has evolved over the past few years.

View the full interview on our YouTube channel https://youtu.be/K3mOuWSZc7Y

18/03/2026

Dr Mark Fulcher explores why early action matters for those suffering concussion in our latest article.

Not every concussion follows a straightforward recovery. For some people, symptoms can linger and have a real impact on daily life, work, sport and overall wellbeing.

Early referral can help identify those at risk of prolonged symptoms, guide the right management sooner, and improve recovery outcomes.

Read more here https://www.axissportsmedicine.co.nz/blog/why-early-referral-matters-after-concussion

17/03/2026

While surgery is often seen as the default option, there are several possible treatment pathways. These can include structured rehabilitation, cross-bracing, or reconstruction.

Our latest blog explores the current treatment options for ACL injuries, the pros and cons of each, and why informed, individualised decision-making is so important for the best possible outcome.

Read more on our blog here https://www.axissportsmedicine.co.nz/blog/what-is-the-best-treatment-for-an-anterior-cruciate-ligament-acl-injury

15/03/2026

Axis Concussion Update Webinar Recording Now Available.

We recently ran a concussion update webinar covering current best practice, practical guidance, and advice on when to refer for further assessment and support.

If you missed it or are keen to rewatch, you can view it here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-9l-VJ1rGk

It is designed to provide clear, useful takeaways that can be applied in practice straight away.

Please feel free to share this with any colleagues who may also find it valuable.

12/03/2026

We recently ran a webinar on how to manage concussion in sport. It's perfect for coaches, managers and parents of club and school athletes. It provides practical guidance on recognising concussion, managing symptoms, staying active during recovery and avoiding some of the common mistakes that can delay progress.

It is now available to view here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Z6Xsysd918&t=557s. Please feel free to share with others.

And, if you need concussion support this season, look no further than our
Acute Concussion Clinic https://www.axissportsmedicine.co.nz/services/concussion-clinic

If you would like to get ahead of the injury, check out our Baseline Testing here https://www.axissportsmedicine.co.nz/services/concussion-baseline-screening

05/03/2026

In the first interview of our new regular series, Dr. Mark Fulcher and Jackson McKellar (former Rehabilitation Physiotherapist for the NZ Warriors), discuss the evolving landscape of ACL rehabilitation, emphasising the shift from time-based models to objective measurements.

You can check it out here https://youtu.be/K3mOuWSZc7Y

Stay tuned for more interviews coming soon.

To stay up to date with the latest in sport and exercise medicine, you can sign up for our regular newsletter here https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1066041/178240808170817441/share, and follow us on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/thespinfromaxis/

25/02/2026

We've relocated to a new purpose-built clinic Frankton. Same trusted clinicians, same patient-first care, now with an easier-to-access location and a space deigned for specialist appointments and ongoing rehab.

Remarkables Park
Level 2, Von House
12 Hawthorne Drive
Frankton (above Unichem Pharmacy)

Our services include:
- Physiotherapy
- Sport and Exercise Medicine
- Acute Concussion Clinic
- ACC Concussion Service
- Vestibular Physiotherapy
- Osteoarthritis
- LEA and RED-S Support

We look forward to welcoming you to our new clinic

https://www.axissportsmedicine.co.nz/locations/queenstown-clinic

23/02/2026

Don't miss out on The Spin After Hours taking place this week in Dunedin, Christchurch and Queenstown. These events are practical, evidence-based training sessions focused on contemporary concussion management.

Designed specifically for clinicians working with concussion patients, these sessions will cover:

🔸 Key updates in concussion research and best practice.
🔸 When a concussion is not a concussion.
🔸 Common challenges in managing ongoing symptoms.
🔸 When specialist input adds value, and when primary care is enough.
🔸 Practical referral indicators and shared-care pathways.
🔸 How our concussion service supports (not replaces) existing care.

These sessions are designed to be practical and clinically relevant, with time for discussion and questions.

📍Dunedin – Feb 24 @ 5:30pm https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/1982639598410?aff=oddtdtcreator
📍Christchurch – Feb 25 @ 5:30pm https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/1981066418988?aff=oddtdtcreator
📍Queenstown – Feb 26 @ 5:30pm https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/1982314462921?aff=oddtdtcreator
💻Online – March 3 @ 7:00pm ba3e15ae-e349-4a74-9e85-45a8bf5039e0@3f76a5a7-4aef-4e88-82bd-38db9ea45d48" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/ba3e15ae-e349-4a74-9e85-45a8bf5039e0@3f76a5a7-4aef-4e88-82bd-38db9ea45d48

Spaces are still available, and we would love to see you there.

Register now

18/02/2026

As we head into the winter sports season, we know how important it is to feel confident when managing concussion with your athletes and club members. That’s why we are running a free webinar to help you set yourself up for the year ahead.

Community Concussion Webinar

When: Wednesday 4th March 2026

Time: 7.00pm to 8.00pm

Register Here - fefd2b18-f955-4607-bd1c-5ce0fe303bf8@3f76a5a7-4aef-4e88-82bd-38db9ea45d48?fbclid=IwY2xjawQB9AlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETJXMGppOHExMEpjYWlSYjZPc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHiLTTsl8LNeYVnd-icc6IObHBZoTxlKHrnNcWDX10UrFlcpmJJLI3sX9PF7P_aem_Sx_DmHKsAb-jylZ3dPP4ow" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/fefd2b18-f955-4607-bd1c-5ce0fe303bf8@3f76a5a7-4aef-4e88-82bd-38db9ea45d48?fbclid=IwY2xjawQB9AlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETJXMGppOHExMEpjYWlSYjZPc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHiLTTsl8LNeYVnd-icc6IObHBZoTxlKHrnNcWDX10UrFlcpmJJLI3sX9PF7P_aem_Sx_DmHKsAb-jylZ3dPP4ow

If you can’t make it live, register anyway and we will send the recording to everyone who signs up.

Join Dr Mark Fulcher and Katherine Forch, our experienced concussion clinicians, for clear, practical, evidence-based guidance on what concussion really is, how to manage symptoms, and how to support recovery safely.

We’ll be covering:

- How to recognise a concussion
- When to seek help
- What the best treatment looks like
- When a concussion is not a concussion
- How to prevent concussion or reduce risk
- Returning to school, work and sport safely
- Is it safe to keep playing sport?

This session is ideal for parents, coaches, athletes, sports co-ordinators and anyone supporting someone who may sustain a head injury.

Register now and we look forward to seeing you there.

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11/02/2026

We’re hosting The Spin After Hours - a practical, evidence-based training session focused on contemporary concussion management.

Designed specifically for clinicians working with concussion patients, this session will cover:
🔸 Key updates in concussion research and best practice.
🔸 When a concussion is not a concussion.
🔸 Common challenges in managing ongoing symptoms.
🔸 When specialist input adds value, and when primary care is enough.
🔸 Practical referral indicators and shared-care pathways.
🔸 How our concussion service supports (not replaces) existing care.

These sessions are designed to be practical and clinically relevant, with time for discussion and questions.

📍 Dunedin – Feb 24 @ 5:30pm https://bit.ly/4rfWiCW
📍 Christchurch – Feb 25 @ 5:30pm https://bit.ly/4rIpr9v
📍 Queenstown – Feb 26 @ 5:30pm https://bit.ly/4cpLJs9
💻 Online – March 3 @ 7:00pm https://bit.ly/3OAwkLI

Spaces are limited. Register now.

Address

261 Morrin Road, St Johns
Auckland
1072

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+6495219846

Website

http://www.axissportsmedicine.co.nz/, https://youtu.be/K3mOuWSZc7Y

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Specialists in injury prevention, diagnosis, treatment & rehabilitation for professional & recreational athletes, sports people, dancers or weekend warriors.

Located in Auckland and Queenstown

- 71 Merton Rd, St Johns

- Southern Cross Specialist Centre, 212 Wairau Rd, Wairau Valley