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The hamstrings are a group of three muscles at the back of your thigh that cross both the hip and knee joints playing an important role in walking, running and everyday movements. Hamstring injuries can happen at any stage of life and may occur during activities such as sprinting, walking, bending, climbing stairs or after a trip/fall. They can occur suddenly during a high-speed movement such as sprinting, kicking or accelerating when the hamstrings are required to produce hi

Common conditions for foot and ankle operations include ankle fractures, ligament reconstructions and tendon repairs such as Achilles tendon repairs. Surgery is only part of your recovery, rehabilitation through physiotherapy and exercises is fundamental in achieving a good outcome. Recovery timelines will vary depending on the type of surgery performed but a physiotherapy rehabilitation program is often essential for achieving the best long-term outcome. After surgery, patie

Approximately 25% of all adults are affected by knee pain (1). The challenge is knowing what is normal and what may need further attention, especially when pain does not always mean damage. Below are some commonly asked questions to help guide your next steps. What is causing my knee pain when I run or squat? There can be several reasons why this occurs. Most commonly, knee pain is load-related, meaning it is being asked to tolerate more than it currently can. It may also be

Back pain is incredibly common. So common that most people will experience at least one episode of low back pain at some point in their lives. For most, it settles within a few weeks. Why does my lower back hurt when I sit? First, it’s important to understand that the sitting itself isn’t the likely cause of your back pain. Many people assume their back pain is caused by “bad posture.” Poor movement habits can contribute to muscle tension and discomfort, especially if you sta

At Woollahra Physiotherapy, rehabilitation is not left to assumption - it is measured, analysed, and strategically progressed. Through advanced testing using VALD force plates and dynamometry, we gain a detailed understanding of how your body is truly performing beneath the surface. Force plate technology allows us to assess how you produce and absorb force during movements such as squatting, jumping, and landing - highlighting asymmetries and inefficiencies that may not be v

27th March 2026 - By Ella Waite Over four days the Australian Institute of Sport hosted the annual Women in Sport conference (WISC) in Sydney. Speakers from all over Australia featured, covering all aspects of the female athlete from adolescence through their elite years, postpartum and life after sport. At Woollahra Physiotherapy we were able to watch and gained some valuable takeaways from the conference. One of the key takeaways from the conference was how sport participat

By Ali McGill Managing the painful shoulder The shoulder joint (also known as the glenohumeral joint or GHJ) is surrounded and supported by a powerful band of muscle tendons called the rotator cuff. The rotator cuff muscles of the shoulder work as a dynamic structure to centralise the head of the humerus (upper arm bone) in the socket (made by the shoulder blade or scapula) and aid movement, acting to keep the GHJ functioning and stable. Structural changes in muscle tendons:

By Adrian Davies Back pain is a common musculoskeletal issue in Australia, with around 15% of Australians experiencing it at any given time. When faced with pain, many people instinctively turn to medications as the first line of treatment. However, as a physiotherapist, I believe that heat and cold therapy are often underutilized alternatives. These methods are effective, safe, and come with minimal side effects, making them an easily accessible option for pain management. R

Kristin Haigh Concussion Consensus The science of concussion continues to evolve. The Amsterdam Consensus that was developed by 5 international statements in 2022 developed through the Concussion Sports group is discussed below ..... Sport related concussion[SRC] at any level, i.e. recreational or elite, is a condition Physiotherapists and often Sports Doctors are asked to assess on -field and in the clinic following a concussion There are guidelines for the management on fie

By Kristin Haigh Bone Stress Injuries (BSIs) are injuries that occur when bones are subjected to repetitive stress or overuse, leading to small cracks or fractures. These injuries typically result from activities that involve repeated impact, such as running or jumping. Examples of these injuries are Shin Splints (Tibial bone stress or Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome) and metatarsal (foot bones) stress fractures. People with BSIs generally have pain that develops gradually and