Sports Injury Treatments
Sports injuries come in many shapes and sizes. They can be acute or chronic, occur with high impact or innocuous forces, and occur in community sports right up to elite sports. Injuries can occur in muscles, tendons, ligaments, or joints, or a combination of these.
If you’re looking for sports physiotherapy treatment, we understand the number one thing you want after a sports injury is to get back to the sport you love as soon as possible, and we are here to help you achieve that. Our sports injury physio treatments and chiropractic approach are tailored to suit your activity level and recovery goals.
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Rehabilitation
After an injury, our body uses altered movement patterns to avoid causing pain (a limp is the most common example of this). Muscles surrounding the injured tissue also become deconditioned. An important part of injury management is restoring the natural movement patterns of the body, both at the injured site and at nearby joints and throughout the body, and ensuring muscles return to their pre-injury capacity. Our physiotherapists in Willoughby can create a personalised sports plan to get you back doing the things you love.
Tendinopathy
Tendinopathy is a common condition that occurs throughout different regions of the body. Examples are tennis elbow, achilles tendon pain, patella tendon (knee) pain and rotator cuff problems. These injuries take time to heal and require a specific rehabilitation program. Our sports injury physio care can provide structured treatment, exercises, and education to help prevent recurrence and support long-term recovery.
Golf-specific assessment
Back pain is the most common complaint among golfers, particularly as we get older. However, neck, shoulder, elbow and hip pain are all common complaints among golfers of all ages.
Our golf-specific assessment allows us to identify any faulty movement patterns that are contributing to your pain. We use this along with orthopaedic and functional testing to arrive at a precise diagnosis of the painful tissue and an understanding of why the injury has happened. This information allows us to target treatment and create a rehabilitation/exercise plan to allow a quick return to golf, and to prevent further golf related injuries.
Running technique analysis
Running is a common skill across many sports. We perform video analysis and running technique workshops to assess the impact of your biomechanics and movement patterns on the injuries and pain syndromes you are experiencing. We can then create an individually tailored plan incorporating manual treatment, specific exercises and running drills to resolve your problem and prevent recurrence. To read more about our approach to and expertise in running injuries click here.
Is a physiotherapist a good choice to treat sports injuries?
Yes, a physiotherapist is an excellent choice for treating sports injuries. Physiotherapy focuses on both recovery and performance, helping to reduce pain while addressing the underlying cause of the injury. With a structured approach that includes hands-on treatment and rehabilitation, physiotherapy supports a safe and effective return to sport.
What can I expect in my sports injury physiotherapy session?
Your sports injury physiotherapy session will begin with a detailed assessment of your injury, movement patterns, and activity demands. This helps identify the cause of the injury and any contributing factors such as strength or mobility limitations. Treatment may include hands-on therapy, guided exercises, and a personalised rehabilitation plan to support your recovery.
How does physiotherapy help prevent long-term sports injury issues?
Physiotherapy helps prevent long-term sports injury issues by improving strength, flexibility, and movement control. By addressing imbalances and correcting technique, it reduces the risk of re-injury during training or competition. You’ll also be given tailored exercises and strategies to support ongoing performance and injury prevention.
How will a physiotherapist treat sports injuries?
A physiotherapist will treat sports injuries using a combination of manual therapy and progressive rehabilitation. This may include soft tissue techniques, joint mobilisation, and structured exercise programs to restore strength and function. Treatment is tailored to your sport and goals, ensuring you return to activity safely and confidently.
