Sports Physiotherapist Central Victoria

Revive, restore, and rejuvenate your athletic abilities with sports physiotherapy.

Have you strained a muscle playing your favourite sport, and now you can’t exercise the way you’d like? Whether you’re experiencing shoulder instability, tennis or golfer’s elbow, a hamstring injury, or something else that’s put you out of the game, we’re here to help.

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About Sports Physiotherapy

Sports physiotherapy is a branch of our Bendigo physio treatment along with our two satellite clinics in Maryborough and Castlemaine. It is physical therapy that focuses on the treatment and prevention of injuries related to sports and physical activity. It involves assessing and managing acute injuries such as sprains and strains, as well as chronic conditions and performance issues that may impact your ability to participate in sports or physical activities. Our sports physiotherapists work with athletes at all levels, from amateur to professional, providing tailored treatments, rehabilitation exercises, and advice with the aim of helping you to recover from injuries, enhancing your performance, and preventing future injuries.

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Your Path to Recovery From Sports Injuries Starts Here

We work with people participating in a wide range of sports and activities, including football, netball, running, tennis, golf, cricket, basketball, rock climbing, hiking, and more.

Acute Injuries

When it comes to acute injuries like joint sprains, muscle strains, or injuries from falls, our sports physiotherapists can assist you throughout the recovery process. From managing initial pain to rehabilitating the affected area for a safe return to your sport, we provide comprehensive care. We also offer valuable advice on injury prevention to help you stay in the game.

Chronic Injuries

Chronic injuries, whether they involve repetitive strain or ongoing pain and stiffness, can hinder both performance and enjoyment. Our approach goes beyond symptom management – we focus on identifying the root cause of the problem. By addressing the underlying issues, we aim to help you overcome these challenges and improve your overall well-being.

Performance

Performance is influenced by various physical attributes such as strength, balance, mobility, and flexibility. If any of these areas are holding you back from reaching your full potential in activities like swinging, kicking, throwing, or bowling, our sports physiotherapists aim to assist. By assessing the specific issue and collaborating with you, we can develop a personalised plan to enhance your performance, regardless of your skill level.

Pre-Pointe Assessment

Our pre-pointe assessments are designed for dancers commencing pointe work. Your physiotherapist will assess your strength, identifying any areas of weakness or concern. From there, they will determine whether you’re ready to start pointe work and how to maximise performance while minimising the risk of injury.

Bike Assessment

Bike fit assessments are evaluations conducted by physiotherapists to ensure that a cyclist's bike is properly adjusted to their body and riding style. A well-fitted bike can improve comfort, reduce the risk of injury, and enhance performance by optimising the rider's biomechanics and power transfer.

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Sports Physiotherapy Treatment Techniques

We use a wide range of treatment techniques to help you get back on the field, court, or footpath, including:

Manual Therapy

Using hands-on techniques such as joint mobilisation, soft tissue massage, and stretching in an effort to improve joint mobility and reduce pain.

Exercise Prescription

We can design specific exercise programs designed to strengthen muscles, improve flexibility, enhance balance and coordination, and more.

Sports Massage

We use therapeutic techniques to alleviate muscle tension, promote blood circulation, and enhance tissue healing.

Taping and Bracing

We may find it helpful to your recovery to apply various taping or bracing techniques to support injured joints or muscles.

Injury Prevention Strategies

We also provide education regarding injury prevention techniques, proper warm-up and cool-down routines, and correct movement mechanics to reduce the risk of future injuries.

Rehabilitation

We may incorporate structured rehabilitation programs that focus on helping you regain strength, flexibility, and functional movements specific to your sport.

Ready to recover stronger and perform better?

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Meet Our Sports Physiotherapists

The team at Ace Allied Health is dedicated to sports physiotherapy and how it may help people of all ages and abilities enhance their sporting performance. Our sports physiotherapy team includes Anand Kumar, Dylan Crabbe, Matthew Coughlin and Dan Doolan, passionate fitness professionals eager to delve into what you do, how you do it, and how they aim to help you do it even better.

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About Our Approach

We offer a holistic approach to any and all sporting injuries, whether you’re a professional athlete or somebody who kicks a footy around on the weekend for fun. From acute injuries to chronic injuries and performance issues, we aim to help you with a number of issues relating to your sport and physical activity. Together, we discuss the specifics of your sport and your position to consider any and all specific requirements to get you back out there quickly and safely.

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Your Sports Physiotherapy Questions Answered

What are the most common sports conditions you treat?

We commonly help people to recover from muscle strains and sprains, ACL tears, shoulder instability, tennis and golfer’s elbow, hamstring injuries, tendon injuries, hip and groin injuries, and more.

Do your sports physiotherapists understand my specific sport?

In most cases yes, however please feel free to provide any and all information you have on your role in your game! For us to consider specific requirements, we need to know as much as possible such as the position you play and the movements you need to make when doing so.

What is a pre-pointe assessment?

A pre-pointe assessment is conducted by a sports physiotherapist to evaluate a dancer’s readiness for pointe work. This highly demanding dance style involves dancing on the tips of the toes in specialised shoes. A pre-pointe assessment examines a dancer’s strength, flexibility, technique, and overall physical condition. Range of motion, muscle strength, balance, coordination, foot and ankle alignment, and pointe shoe fit are also assessed. If weaknesses or concerns are identified, the sports physiotherapist provides exercises and training programs to improve strength, technique, and flexibility. Advice on warm-up, stretching, and injury prevention is also provided.

What is a bike fit assessment?

Bike fit assessments ensure a cyclist’s bike is adjusted to their body and riding style. This aims to improve comfort, reduce injury risk, and enhance performance. The assessment evaluates riding position, body alignment, and bike fit, all while considering flexibility, strength, and range of motion. Recommendations may include adjusting saddle height, position, stem length, angle, or handlebar position. Advice on riding technique and posture is also provided in an effort to optimise comfort and reduce the risk of injury.

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Why We’re the Team to Help Accelerate Your Recovery

Have you been looking for a physiotherapist for a pre-pointe assessment or bike fit assessment? These have typically been hard to find here in regional Victoria, but not anymore! We’re proud to offer these services and more at our Castlemaine location of Ace Allied Health.

Whichever location you visit us at, our team of experienced physiotherapists focuses on sports-specific injuries, catering to athletes at all levels of competition. Whether you’re an amateur enthusiast or a professional athlete, we have the knowledge and experience to support you. We can also develop pre-season, in-season, and post-season exercise programs aimed at injury prevention for athletes in all types of sports, ensuring you’re always at your best.

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Go From Injury to Triumph with Ace Allied Health

Are you ready to elevate your performance and conquer your sports-related challenges? It’s all here at Ace Allied Health! Our team of experienced and knowledgeable sports physiotherapists is dedicated to helping athletes of all levels reach their full potential. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, aiming to enhance your performance, or seeking injury prevention strategies, we have the knowledge and skills to guide you on your journey. Contact us today to book an appointment and experience the difference we may just make in your athletic pursuits!