Whether you’re an elite athlete, weekend warrior, or recovering from injury, understanding your physical baseline is the first step toward peak performance and long-term resilience. At Camberwell Sports and Spinal Medicine, our BASELINE Testing Program offers cutting-edge assessment using world-leading VALD performance technology, helping you unlock your full potential with precision, confidence, and clarity.
BASELINE testing is conducted by CSSM’s experts in the science of movement and performance. We look beyond the numbers to understand how your body works, identifying not just what you can do, but why you move the way you do. Our holistic approach means you’re not just chasing personal bests — you’re building an unshakeable foundation for lifelong athletic achievement.
BASELINE is adaptable to athletes from all sports — football, soccer, basketball, netball, swimming, athletics, and more.
Our practitioner-run program delivers detailed baseline measurements across strength, agility, endurance, mobility, and more. With this data in hand, you can pinpoint areas of improvement, track progress over time, and reduce your risk of injury.
Comprehensive Testing: Strength, power, flexibility, speed, balance, and functional movement — all measured with precision using the same systems trusted by professional sports teams worldwide.
Identify risk factors early and monitor rehabilitation progress with precision and clarity. Your assessments and recommendations are guided by qualified practitioners who understand both performance and injury prevention.
Receive actionable recommendations from our experienced team, aligned to your goals. Personalised Roadmaps: Every athlete is unique. Your BASELINE results translate into tailored plans for growth.
Age is just an number? Feel ten years younger? Prove it! Track your strength against the norms for others your age.
Every elite journey starts with understanding where you are — and where you could be.
VALD Performance is a world leader in strength and movement assessment technology. Trusted by elite teams in the AFL, NBA, EPL, and NFL, VALD testing gives athletes accurate, objective data on strength, movement patterns, and injury risk. offers a comprehensive, science-backed assessment platform that empowers athletes with essential data, insights, and strategies to reach new heights.
BASELINE isn’t just a testing program. It’s a roadmap for unleashing athletic potential.
Camberwell Sports and Spinal Medicine’s BAseline Testing Program is part of – The Movement Lab – CSSM’s biomechanical analysis and injury rehabilitation studio. The home to some of the most advanced assessment tools available featuring –
A combination of world-class facilities with an experienced and skilled team ensuring the highest levels of care. That is CSSM.
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Appointments for BASELINE testing can be made through the CSSM Website Booking Portal or alternative please phone Camberwell Sports & Spinal Medicine on (03) 9889 1078.
Looking to get your testing done quickly? Whilst individual practitioner availability does vary, in most instances we should be able to arrange an appointment with one of our practitioners for the same day, certainly within 24 hours.
CSSM requires a minimum of 24 hours notice of an appointment cancellation or rescheduling in order for you to avoid a late cancellation fee. View our cancellation policy here.
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Any intervention designed to assess, diagnose and manage injury is able to be claimed on your private health insurance. Check with your fund to ensure your level of cover.
No — BASELINE Testing is for athletes and non-athletes at all levels. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned club member, we tailor our approach to your individual goals and needs.
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