The Basketball Chiro
Sydney CBD · Planned for 2027

Assessments & Programs

Start with a whole-body check. If a particular movement matters to your game, a regional assessment can look more closely at what limits it.

Player balancing on one leg on an indoor basketball courtIntroductory · Whole body

Basketball Body Check

Establish a baseline for how you jump, balance and move.

  • Vertical jump capacity and the ability to spring back off the floor.
  • Balance, movement control and spinal mobility.
  • Relevant muscle and joint examination, with optional visual-motor coordination testing.
Basketball player planting a foot to change directionOptional · Lower body

Jump, Cut & Drive

Look more closely at take-off, landing, acceleration, braking and lateral defence.

  • VALD ForceDecks and DynaMo testing alongside functional movement tests.
  • Lower-limb strength, side-to-side differences, mobility and movement control.
Masters basketball player releasing a jump shotOptional · Upper body

Shoot, Pass & Handle

Explore the physical demands of shooting, passing, dribbling, rebounding and contact.

  • Shoulder strength and range of movement.
  • Elbow and wrist bending and straightening.
  • Hand function relevant to your concerns on court.

Every option includes a spinal and chiropractic examination. Regional testing builds on your existing findings.

How it works

  1. AssessDiscuss what matters on court and choose relevant tests.
  2. UnderstandReview your results with Ryan, including VALD comparisons by age and sex where available.
  3. DevelopAgree on practical next steps based on your findings and goals.
  4. ReassessRepeat selected tests to see what has changed.

After your assessment

A one-off visit can give you personalised results and recommendations. You decide whether further support fits your goals.

Planned options include a four-, eight- or twelve-week review, chiropractic care where clinically indicated, and training with Amy Brogan or another qualified trainer.

Meet Ryan Day

Ryan Day in a black T-shirt

Ryan has around 20 years of chiropractic experience and plays Masters basketball. He is pursuing selection for Australia's 45+ team for the 2027 international Masters competition.

The basketball assessments are planned for 2027. For current appointments, book through Ryan Day Chiropractic in Sydney CBD.

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