Dr. Sasa Bascevan

Dr. Sasa Bascevan, PhD in kinesiology, works in rehabilitation and sports medicine at Patela Clinic in Zagreb. He is the co-owner and director of Patela, a clinic focused on orthopedic examinations, physical rehabilitation, and sports diagnostics.

His professional focus includes the prevention and rehabilitation of sports injuries, functional recovery, movement assessment, and rehabilitation planning for patients with orthopedic and sports-related conditions. His work is relevant to athletes and other patients who need structured rehabilitation after an injury, support during recovery, or functional assessment before returning to physical activity.

Clinical focus

• Prevention and rehabilitation of sports injuries
• Functional recovery after orthopedic injuries and treatments
• Movement assessment and rehabilitation planning
• Sports diagnostics and functional testing
• Recovery planning before returning to physical activity or sport
• Education about proper exercise and injury prevention

Rehabilitation and sports diagnostics

Dr. Bascevan’s work at Patela is connected with the clinic’s broader rehabilitation and sports diagnostics pathway. This may include isokinetic diagnostics, which assesses muscle strength, endurance, side-to-side differences, and imbalances between muscle groups.

Depending on the patient’s condition and goals, the rehabilitation pathway may also include physical therapy and a structured physical therapy program.

Education and professional background

Dr. Bascevan holds a doctoral degree in kinesiology, with a focus on the prevention and rehabilitation of sports injuries. He is also an external associate at the Faculty of Kinesiology in Zagreb, where he contributes to the education of students.

Scientific work

His doctoral dissertation was titled “The influence of a hyperextended knee joint on the results of isokinetic testing of thigh muscles.” His scientific interests are connected with knee function, isokinetic testing, muscle strength, sports injuries, and rehabilitation.

Patients contacting ZagrebMed can include a short description of their injury or symptoms, previous medical reports or imaging, information about earlier therapy, and their current activity or sports goals. This helps the patient coordinator direct the inquiry toward the appropriate Patela rehabilitation or diagnostic pathway.