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.

Our comprehensive program is structured around key phases, each designed to ensure you progress safely and effectively:

1. Initial Assessment: Thorough evaluation of your injury, overall health, goals, and lifestyle. This may include diagnostic imaging, movement screening, and baseline functional testing.
2. Early Recovery: Focus on pain management, swelling reduction, and restoring basic mobility. Hands-on therapy, gentle exercises, and education about your injury are provided during this phase.
3. Strength & Conditioning: Once initial healing has occurred, we introduce progressive strength training, neuromuscular re-education, and functional movement drills tailored to your sport or activity.
4. Return to Sport/Activity: Rigorous testing protocols ensure you’re truly ready to get back in action, minimising the risk of re-injury. We offer sport-specific drills, agility work, and ongoing support as you transition back to your chosen activities.
5. Ongoing Monitoring: We schedule follow-up appointments and provide digital resources for continued monitoring, advice, and support long after your formal rehab concludes.

• Expert Multidisciplinary Team: Our experienced physiotherapists, sports physicians, and exercise physiologists work collaboratively to deliver evidence-based, personalised care tailored to your unique needs.
• Cutting-Edge Facilities: Benefit from state-of-the-art equipment, modern treatment rooms, and on-site gym facilities to support every stage of your rehab journey.
• Proven Outcomes: Our approach is grounded in the latest research and clinical guidelines, helping hundreds of patients each year achieve safe, lasting recovery and optimal performance.
• Holistic Support: We look beyond the injury, helping you rebuild confidence, manage pain, and prevent future injuries through education, strength training, and movement retraining.

• Comprehensive Initial Assessment: We assess your injury, movement patterns, and specific needs to map out your recovery journey.
• Collaboration – ACL recovery is a team effort.  We will work with You, Communicate with your surgeons and coaches to get you the best outcome.
• Individually Tailored Rehabilitation: Your program will focus on restoring knee stability, strength, agility, balance, and sports-specific skills.
• Progress Monitoring: Regular check-ins and advanced testing ensure you’re progressing safely and efficiently.
• Education & Support: Learn what to expect at each stage and get practical advice for home, work, and training environments.
• Successful Return to Activity: We’ll help you transition back to the field, court, or gym with confidence.

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 –

• • Leading edge video movement analysis.  Your movement broken down at 1000 frames per second.
  • World leading VALD strength and movement testing Featuring:
  • A fully equipped Rehabilitation Gym including the latest in functional training equipment.
  • A Pilates Studio complete with beautiful Allegro reformers, Wunda chair and trapeze table
  • Electrotherapy including Real Time Ultrasound to assess core muscle function.

A combination of world-class facilities with an experienced and skilled team ensuring the highest levels of care.  That is CSSM.