Expert Meeting "Health of Young Athletes - the Power of Cooperation"„
With growing awareness of the importance of young athletes' health, our interdisciplinary meeting of experts in the fields of physiotherapy, training, psychology, and dietetics aims to answer the question: "What opportunities do we have for interdisciplinary collaboration in the comprehensive care of young athletes before and during injury?" Focusing on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of musculoskeletal injuries, this unique event is dedicated to students and professionals who want to expand their knowledge and skills in the care of young athletes.
Our meeting will provide a platform for exchanging the latest research, innovative methods, and best practices among industry-recognized experts. The program includes presentations, panel discussions, and workshops designed to inspire collaboration across disciplines. We aim to make this meeting a place where passion for sport and science translates into concrete actions for the health and performance of young athletes.
Join us to be part of this exchange of experiences and contribute to the development of healthy sport for children and young people.
The aim of the scientific meeting is to highlight the importance of teamwork between various specialists (physiotherapists, trainers, psychologists, dietitians) in providing comprehensive health care for young athletes – cooperation between specialists in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of musculoskeletal injuries.
When? April 24, 2024 (Wednesday) hours: 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Where? University of Health in Gdańsk, main hall (p. 100)
Entry? Free
Workshop for physiotherapy students at 8:00 PM >>REGISTRATION<
Workshop topic: Warm-up in Team Sports: Organization and Methodology, the Essence of Sport Specificity – Bartłomiej Więckiewicz
Please note that the maximum number of participants allowed in the workshop is 30. The workshop will be held in room 015 (gymnasium, level -1, Campus A).
AGENDA OF THE EXPERT MEETING
„"Health of young athletes - The power of cooperation - physiotherapist, trainer, psychologist and dietitian"”
17:30 – 17:40 – Welcome and introduction to the topic of the meeting.
17:40 – 18:00 – The problem of injuries to the musculoskeletal system – Conclusions from the Project „Learning Healthy Sport for Children and Youth” – Dr. Wilczyński Bartosz, coordinator of the physiotherapy program
18:00 – 18:20 – The role of physiotherapy in the prevention and rehabilitation of sports injuries
- Preventive strategies, diagnostics and rehabilitation interventions – Dr. Agnieszka Sobierajska – Rek
18:20 – 18:40 – Training as a tool for prevention and treatment support
- Building training programs with injury prevention in mind – Karol de Tillier, M.A.
18:40 – 19:00 – Mental Aspects of Sports Health – The Impact of Psychology on Injury Prevention, Rehabilitation Process and Return to Sport – Dominika Kuchta, M.A.
19:00-19:20 – Nutrition as an element of physiological support and regeneration
- The importance of diet in optimizing results and the process of healing injuries – Dawid Białowąs, M.A.
19:20 – 19:50 – Panel discussion „Integrating knowledge and practice: How to effectively collaborate across disciplines?”
- Discussion with all speakers and question and answer session from participants.
19:50 Conclusion – Summary and closing of the symposium
- Conclusions, recommendations and an invitation to further cooperation.
20:00 – 21:00 Workshop for physiotherapy students and physiotherapists >>REGISTRATION<
Workshop Topic: Warm-Up in Team Sports. Organization and Methodology, and the Essence of Sport Specificity – Bartłomiej Więckiewicz
Please note that the maximum number of participants allowed in the workshop is 30. The workshop will be held in room 015 (gymnasium, level -1, Campus A).
EXPERT PROFILES
DR BARTOSZ WILCZYŃSKI
Coordinator of the physiotherapy program at the University of Health in Gdańsk. Manager and originator of the "Healthy Sport Education for Children and Youth" project, experienced in teaching and research, as evidenced by his own scientific publications in renowned scientific journals. Participant of numerous scientific conferences, lecturer at @gumed_ and @wszwgdansku ; Based on his research, he completed his doctoral dissertation entitled "Dynamic knee valgus and dynamic balance in young athletes. Motor skills and the prevention of musculoskeletal injuries.".
He gained experience working with children and young people (ages 8-16) at sports clubs in Gdynia. For several years, he has run his own physiotherapy practice (currently Fenix-Fizjo in Gdynia), fulfilling his professional duties as a physiotherapist and physical preparation trainer.
DAWID BIAŁOWAS, M.A.
Specialist in nutrition and dietary support in sports, Master of Science in Physical Education, PhD student at the Department of Natural Sciences, Department of Physiology, AWFiS in Gdańsk, academic lecturer.
A supporter of a holistic approach to nutrition and physical culture.
Coach and award-winning judo competitor (3rd Dan), Crossfitter, grappler, host of the blog barbellkitchen.pl, co-author of the first Polish book on the Paleo diet, "Paleo Polish Style. The Modern Caveman Diet.".
He gained his professional experience through years of work in sports, over 10 years of coaching judo, a master's degree from the Academy of Physical Education and Sport in Gdańsk, a postgraduate degree in Nutrition and Dietetic Support in Sports at the Academy of Physical Education and Sport in Gdańsk, and through individual work with clients. He collaborates with award-winning Polish MMA athletes, CrossFitters, and other athletes. He conducts research at the Academy of Physical Education and Sport in Gdańsk on monitoring overtraining using HRV.
MGR CHARLES DE TILLIER
@fizjoteraz
A physiotherapist and motor preparation trainer, he is an academic lecturer at the WSZ in Gdańsk, and a teacher of future massage technicians at the TEB Edukacja post-secondary school. He has participated in numerous scientific conferences and organized and co-organized numerous inter-university scientific events. He is the author and co-author of two peer-reviewed scientific publications and a member of the "Healthy Sport Education for Children and Youth" project. In this project, he explores the mechanisms of injury and their prevention. He is interested in the functioning of the human body, calisthenics, and cinematography.
DR AGNIESZKA SOBIERAJSKA-REK
A doctor of medicine and specialist in physiotherapy, she serves as an assistant professor at the Rehabilitation Clinic of the Medical University of Gdańsk. She works on an interdisciplinary team caring for patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. She gained professional experience working as a physiotherapist at the General Ballet School and in the inpatient ward of the Rehabilitation Clinic of the Medical University of Gdańsk. She currently runs a private practice.
DOMINIKA KUCHTA, M.A.
@sportemzyje
– Sports psychologist, enthusiast of several disciplines, involved in sports since childhood, currently primarily a sports psychology practitioner.
A graduate of clinical psychology at the University of Gdańsk and postgraduate studies in Applied Sport Psychology at SWPS University of Social Sciences and Humanities in Wrocław, she gained professional experience working with Polish national basketball teams at both youth and senior levels, and working at basketball clubs such as WKS Śląsk Wrocław and SKS Starogard Gdański. Currently, she works with Polish national basketball teams in both team and individual sports, as well as with players and coaches from international clubs (Europe's top leagues, NCAA).
He runs a practice in Gdynia, where he supports Tricity athletes and coaches (including basketball, football, tennis, acrobatics, martial arts, volleyball, rugby, and motor sports).
Author of numerous psychological articles, scientific research in the field of psychology in sports, and speaker at psychology conferences.
She also specializes in psychomotor training and develops her skills by incorporating modern technologies into her work. She organizes camps, workshops, and training sessions for athletes, coaches, and sports clubs. In her work, she places a strong emphasis on a comprehensive approach to the athlete and collaboration with the training staff. Sport is her passion, and her motto is: "I live and breathe sport.".
BARTŁOMIEJ WIĘCKIEWICZ
ASCA (Australian Strength And Conditioning Association) motor preparation coach, personal trainer, strength training specialist, in recent years he has been working with players at the level of Tauron 1st League, PlusLiga, 2nd League of Men's Volleyball, Polish Beach Volleyball Championships, and as a motor preparation coach at Trefl Gdańsk U19.