Description: Parramatta Eels Strength and Conditioning coach, Scott Johnson discusses the importance of communication between stakeholders to ensure everyone is “on the same page” regarding recovery timelines and progressions. Johnson highlights the value of educating athletes about the nature of their injury, the rationale for performing particular exercises, and the steps needed to achieve effective recovery.   He suggests that such information is crucial for generating “buy-in” to the rehabilitation program and athlete ownership over their recovery. He also touches on issues such as injury reporting behaviors and the impact of environmental factors such as the contractual obligations or being needed for important competitions. Johnson discusses the value of educating coaches and athletes on the dangers of a pre-mature return such as re-injury or potentially prolonged time-loss.  For further assistance dealing with the challenges of injury or for performance enhancement consulting visit: podlogconsulting.com