Sports Physiotherapy is a specialisation of Physiotherapy - in the assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries, particularly in relation to sport and physical activity.

Sports Physiotherapists have expert knowledge and skills in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of sports injuries so they can 1) optimise your return to sport after injury, 2) resolve chronic or recurrent injuries and prevent further injury, 3) enhance your sporting performance and sports technique, and 4) increase your flexibility, muscle control and strength

Sports Physiotherapists are highly trained and experienced in:

  • crisis management, enabling them to take immediate care of injuries on the field.
  • providing skilled diagnosis of sporting injuries. 
  • correcting muscle imbalances and posture. 
  • prescribing exercise rehabilitation programs for specific injuries. 
  • biomechanical analysis of sports technique to improve sports performance and prevent injury. 
  • providing education about injury management, prevention & maximising sporting performance.
  • designing stretching programs for teams and individuals.
  • advising on appropriate warm up, cool down and recovery programs.
  • providing pre-season screening and injury prevention programs. 

Sports Physiotherapy