Sports Physiotherapy Services
Sports Physio Watsonia
Specific Physiotherapy
Elevate Your Athletic Performance to New Heights
In our lives, sport serves a vital function. It’s a source of pleasure, health, and entertainment for countless individuals, while for others, it’s a professional pursuit. At Specific Physiotherapy, we’re dedicated to providing top-level sports healthcare to people engaged in sport at any level. If you’re battling an injury, striving to improve your performance, or keen on dodging future injuries, our capable physiotherapists are on hand to offer their assistance.
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A Physio Clinic Where Sport Is Our Passion
At Specific Physiotherapy, managing sports injuries, averting them, and improving sports performance are areas our practitioners are particularly passionate about. Many of our physios have direct connections with professional athletes, notably AFL players, and possess experience from working in elite sporting environments at AFL clubs. Here’s a glimpse of what’s in store for you when you visit for sports physiotherapy treatment:
1. Comprehensive Analysis
Firstly, we’ll begin with a thorough assessment, taking into account your current symptoms and your historical medical details.
2. Treatment Roadmap
Next up, our physios will construct a personalised treatment regimen for your sports injury.
3. In-House Hands-On Treatments
Owing to our extended appointment times, you’ll receive ample one-on-one time with your physio, allowing for the application of personalised techniques including remedial massage, joint mobilisation, dry needling, and more.
4. Customised Workout Plans
Forget about the typical exercise sheets and generic printouts here. We take a custom approach, ensuring your rehabilitation plan is specially crafted for you. Plus, we have Clinical Pilates available right here on-site!
5. Continued Care and Proactive Injury Safeguards
Beyond the initial care plan, our team remains committed to your long-term well-being. We’ll address injury prevention and minimise the chance of re-injury, while also working to boost your athletic performance, helping you excel in your sport, whether it’s on the track, field, or court.
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From Treatment to Excellence
Our team is seasoned in addressing a broad spectrum of sports injuries, from sprains and strains to tendinopathies, knee and shoulder injuries, overuse injuries, cramps and spasms, as well as neck and back injuries, among others. We employ a mix of hands-on therapy, educating our patients, and exercises tailored to the individual to manage these musculoskeletal issues and persistent conditions. Additionally, we provide support with conditioning to enhance your sports performance, encompassing movement analysis and improvement, strength and conditioning, flexibility and mobility work, injury prevention strategies, training to boost performance, rehabilitation tailored to specific sports, and educational insights.
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FAQs
Where can I find your physiotherapy clinic?
You’ll find Specific Physiotherapy at 149 Plenty Road, Preston, where our physiotherapists cater to sports-related needs for individuals from Watsonia and its surrounding locations.
Do I need to have a referral from a GP to book a physiotherapy session?
You can easily schedule your appointment online without a GP referral, unless you’re coming in on an EPC Plan (Enhanced Primary Care Plan) for chronic conditions.
Are you able to determine the primary cause of my sports injury?
Our team of physiotherapists are extensively trained healthcare practitioners who endeavour to give a diagnosis at your first appointment. Sometimes, though, more detailed investigations are necessary. Even without a definitive diagnosis, we’re dedicated to working with you to formulate a plan that reflects your goals.
Will Clinical Pilates be incorporated into my tailored treatment plan?
While our treatment plans are customised to each individual’s needs, we proudly offer Clinical Pilates at our Preston physiotherapy clinic. It’s an ideal adjunct fitness activity for athletes, providing significant benefits for rehabilitation and injury prevention.
How can a sports physiotherapist work to avoid sporting injuries?
Sports physiotherapy enables a preventative approach to injuries by detecting areas of weakness, imbalance, or restricted mobility in your individual musculoskeletal framework. With this information, we create custom exercise and conditioning programs aimed at addressing these issues while also enhancing your total strength, flexibility, and endurance. We also provide education on appropriate techniques for physical activities, allowing you to participate in your favourite sports with less risk and more confidence.
How is sports physiotherapy different from regular physiotherapy?
General physiotherapy deals with diverse conditions of the musculoskeletal system, but sports physiotherapy is dedicated to resolving problems and injuries that occur due to physical activity and sports. Our sports physiotherapists possess particular knowledge and experience in the realm of sports injuries, enhancement of performance, and the unique demands of various sports, allowing them to devise a treatment plan specifically tailored to your athletic goals.
Is sports physiotherapy helpful for amateurs or non-professional athletes?
For sure! Sports physiotherapy is immensely beneficial for all individuals involved in physical activities, not solely for professional athletes. It serves weekend athletes, fitness lovers, or anyone wishing to embrace a more physically active routine. Sports physiotherapy contributes to recovering from injuries, warding off future injuries, and elevating physical prowess. Its principles are universal, making it a valuable resource for safely and effectively engaging in any sport or physical activity.
Is sports physiotherapy effective for treating old injuries?
Sports physiotherapy can also offer a strategy for chronic issues or past injuries. A sports physio can determine the injury’s extent and its influence on your physical performance, devising a personalised rehabilitation strategy to ease lasting pain, boost mobility, and recover strength and functionality in the impacted areas.
How long does it generally take to recover from a sports injury with physiotherapy assistance?
Recovery periods for sports injuries differ, influenced by the specific injury, its seriousness, your overall physical state, and your treatment responsiveness. Our team of sports physiotherapists will craft a personalised recovery timeline after your first assessment, making adjustments as necessary throughout the course of your treatment.
What methods are employed by sports physiotherapists?
Our approach incorporates various methods, including exercise therapy, remedial sports massage, manual therapy, joint mobilisation, and dry needling. We collaborate with you to pinpoint the optimal treatment strategy to fulfill your goals.
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Get Started With Sports Physiotherapy Today
If engaging with our experienced physiotherapists for your sports injury or performance enhancement goals sounds right for you, book your appointment online now. We’re keen to formulate a plan aimed at reducing pain, advancing your performance, and improving your overall well-being.