Dr Ross T Walker (Army/CS Boxing Medical Advisor) has kindley offered his services to Coaches  and Boxers in the Home Counties.

If you have any questions regarding the Medical aspects of Boxing, Health, Fitness, Diet, Nutrition etc.. You may email him using the link below and he will answer your questions.

If these questions are common questions, they could also be added to this page for future reference.

Dr Walker's email:  APHCSSARB-SMO@mod.uk

Q: Can you box with braces?

A: Fixed orthodontic medical braces and bridge will debar, except where the orthodontist has fitted the mouth guard and also provided written permission to allow the boxer to box. The boxer must bring that letter to every weigh in and medical examination.