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Sports Physiotherapy
Australians love to play sports and perform physical exercise. Whether you are a professional athlete, weekend warrior or just starting out – Brisbane Physiotherapy is here to help.
Sports injury physiotherapy is dedicated to the prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries sustained during sports or physical activities. It encompasses a wide range of techniques and modalities tailored to the specific needs of athletes, from amateur enthusiasts to elite professionals.
Prevention is a cornerstone of sports injury physiotherapy, focusing on education, proper training techniques, and injury-prevention strategies to minimize the risk of injuries occurring. This may involve advising athletes on appropriate warm-up and cool-down routines, training program prescription, correct equipment usage, and biomechanical analysis to identify potential areas of vulnerability.
Assessment is another crucial aspect, involving a thorough evaluation of the injury to determine its nature, severity, and underlying causes. Physiotherapists utilise various assessment techniques such as physical examination, referral for diagnostic imaging, and functional movement analysis to formulate an accurate diagnosis and develop a personalised treatment plan.
Treatment strategies in sports injury physiotherapy are diverse and may include manual therapy (massage, mobilisation, dry needling), therapeutic exercises, and taping/bracing, among others. These interventions aim to alleviate pain, restore function, promote healing, and prevent further injury recurrence. Additionally, physiotherapists often collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as GPs, Sports Doctors, Orthopedic Surgeons, and Rheumatologists, to ensure comprehensive care for the athlete.
Rehabilitation plays a vital role in the recovery process, focusing on restoring strength, flexibility, endurance, proprioception, and sport-specific skills. Physiotherapists design progressive rehabilitation programs tailored to the individual athlete's needs and goals, guiding them through each stage of recovery until they are ready to return to their sport safely and effectively.
In essence, sport injury physiotherapy plays a pivotal role in optimizing the health, performance, and longevity of athletes, empowering them to overcome injuries and achieve their full potential in their chosen sports.
Common sports injuries we manage
Ankle Sprains and Instability (particularly ATFL)
Iliotibial Band (ITB) Syndrome (runner’s knee)
Sports that we look after
Swimming
Surfing
Australian Rules Football (AFL)
Netball
Hiking
Golf
Cycling
Mixed Martial Arts
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