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Sports Physiotherapists in Melbourne
Have old or recent training injuries stopped you from performing at your absolute best? If yes, don’t let these setbacks be an excuse for failure. Get in touch with the team at Solidus and begin treatment today.
Our sports physios in Melbourne are dedicated to helping you enjoy your favourite activities, 100% injury-free. We perform a thorough assessment to establish the extent of the injury and provide you with a personalised treatment plan. Solidus’ experienced therapists work with the young and the elderly, using our skills to help you enjoy life and compete without pain.
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SERVICES WE OFFER
There is no one best method to treat an injury or pain. After we assess your body, we tailor your treatment based on your specific needs. This may be one or a combination of the services below:
Physiotherapy
Myotherapy
Osteopathy
Remedial Massage
Strength & Conditioning
Dry Needling
Injury Prevention & Prehab
Cupping/Scraping
What is Sports Physiotherapy?
Sports physiotherapy is a form of physical therapy that deals with athlete injuries and performance-related problems. We aim to determine the cause of the damage and speed up recovery, performing an evidence-based approach that includes manual therapy, rehabilitation and strengthening exercises, and education.
Whether you’ve suffered a postural problem in your back, a knee injury during training, or you struggle with flexibility and coordination, we work to restore your body to full health. By the time your treatment is complete, you will be able to perform at the highest level and continue your sporting activities without pain.
What our Melbourne Sports Physios treat
Our team of sports physiotherapists in Melbourne have extensive knowledge in their respective fields and work with patients suffering from sports injuries at all levels. Below are the most common ailments we deal with:
- Lower back pain
- Shoulder injuries
- Torn rotator cuff
- Rehabilitation after surgery
- Strains and sprains
- Knee injuries and ACL rehab
- Postural issues that bother athletes
We also provide prehabilitation programs for athletes to improve their posture and biomechanics, allowing them to train at a higher level, and avoid future injuries. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your core, increase your flexibility or fix an injury that has been nagging you, our sport’s physiotherapists can help.
What You Can Hope to Gain
As an athlete, one of your primary’s goals is to reach the top of your game. However, if you’re suffering from an injury or nagging pains, it can halt your training progress altogether. Seeking the services of a seasoned sports physiotherapist will help you reach your performance goals faster. At Solidus, we have worked with thousands of athletes to get their bodies in peak condition and intend to do the same for you.
Here are a few of the benefits you can expect to gain from our treatment plans:
- Pain-free movements while engaging in your sport
- Optimal muscle strength and coordination
- Improved performance
- Rehabilitation from old injuries and postoperative care
- Knowledge of biomechanics and how to improve posture
- Speedy recovery with our personalised treatment plans
Our approach to Sports Physiotherapy
We understand it can be daunting to visit a physiotherapist for the first time, which is why we take our time to understand your injury and goals before developing a plan. The first step is to undergo an initial assessment of your injury, learning more about your medical history, the level of activity you engage in and how often you injure yourself.
After your consultation, we provide a variety of treatment techniques to ensure you experience relief from your pain. Some of these include:
- Myofascial release
- Joint mobilisation
- Soft tissue therapy (e.g. Trigger point therapy)
- Foam Roller exercises
- Stretches
- Advice to reduce future injuries
- Exercises Prescription to enhance recovery
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Our clinics are located in Clayton and Noble Park. If you’re ready to elevate your body, click on the location that’s closest to you, and we’ll see you in our clinic soon.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I see a sports physio?
Whether you’ve had surgery and need rehab or have an acute or chronic injury, it’s essential to consult a physiotherapist as soon as possible. Remember that even the smallest injuries can significantly impact your performance if left untreated.
Do sports physios treat injuries caused in the gym?
Weight training is a form of physical activity since it requires you to use and overload your muscles. Therefore, if you have an injury caused by weight training, our sports physio can help you recover and avoid these same issues. We’ll assess your movement patterns and help you develop safer techniques to avoid future problems.
What will be discussed in our first consultation?
Once we’re working together, the first step is to undergo an initial assessment of your injury. Your consultation will generally include the following:
- Questions about your age, physical activity and current treatment methods
- An evaluation of the area causing you trouble
- A discussion on your current training regime
- Your symptoms and their impact on performance
- What you hope to get out of the treatment
Our therapists will then conduct a thorough examination of your injury, considering the history you provide us with along with your current training routine. We then explain our findings in simple terms so you can understand the nature of your injury and treat them with various types of physiotherapy.
How long does it take for sports physio exercises to work?
It depends on the severity of your damage, but it generally takes 6-8 weeks to finish treatment for soft tissue injuries. Chronic injuries, however, usually take over eight weeks. Our dedicated sports physio will track your progress week by week to ensure you get the best results.
How long does a sports physio session last?
Treatment sessions usually last 30-60 minutes. This also gives you the time to ask your questions and get answers to understand your injury and treatment plan better.
Can a sports physio improve performance?
Yes, our physiotherapists can recognise biomechanical issues that could be affecting your performance. Whether your training technique requires a few tweaks or an old injury is causing you trouble, we will guide you to the best outcome.
Should I go to a physio over a doctor?
If you’ve been injured, the proper treatment will speed up your recovery and enable you to get back to training asap. In many cases, a physiotherapist will treat you as soon as you present your symptoms, targeting the root of the problem. A doctor, meanwhile, may prescribe medication or recommend you to a specialist.
What is the difference between a Sports Physio and an Osteopath?
Sports physiotherapy works to improve the way your muscles, bones and joints work in unison for your chosen sport. It also treats acute and chronic injuries related to your sport. Osteopathy, meanwhile, helps to detect, treat and avoid health problems by looking at your entire body and how its structure affects movement and general health.
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