OSTEOPATHY FOR SPORTS INJURIES
Helping You Recover, Perform, and Stay in the Game
At Adapt Osteopathy, we work with athletes of all levels — from weekend warriors to competitive athletes — to help them recover from injury and perform at their best. Whether you’ve experienced an acute injury or are managing a recurring issue, we take a whole-body approach to get you moving confidently and safely again.
Common Types of Sports Injuries
MUSCLE STRAINS
These occur when muscle fibres are overstretched or torn, often due to explosive movements, inadequate warm-ups, or muscle fatigue.
LIGAMENT SPRAINS
Ligaments can be overstretched or torn during twisting or impact injuries, commonly affecting the ankle, knee, or shoulder joints.
TENDINOPATHY
Overuse injuries to tendons (such as Achilles, patellar, or rotator cuff tendons) can cause pain, swelling, and reduced function with repetitive movements.
JOINT ISSUES (Eg. shoulder, ankle, knee)
Impact, overuse, or instability can cause joint irritation, cartilage damage, or structural issues that need proper assessment and rehab.
SHIN SPLINTS AND STRESS REACTIONS
Common in running and jumping sports, these involve inflammation of tissues around the shin bone or early bone stress, often due to poor load management.
RECURRENT OR CHRONIC PAIN
Ongoing pain during or after sport may reflect imbalances, poor movement patterns, or unresolved injuries — all of which we assess thoroughly.
OSTEOPATHY FOR BACK PAIN
Here's what to expect with treatment at Adapt Osteopathy
We begin by listening to you. Our first step is to gather a comprehensive history of your pain and discomfort, understanding how it affects your daily life and what you hope to achieve.
We then perform a detailed assessment including a variety of special tests designed to help diagnose and understand your injury.
From here, we work with you to create a comprehensive and personalised management plan, including:
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Hands-on treatment techniques to reduce pain quickly and restore range of motion
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Education about your injury
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A structured exercise program to regain strength and mobility and get you back to doing what you love
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Advice on lifestyle changes to enhance your recovery
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Regular check ins throughout the process to ensure we’re on track to achieve your goals
Frequently Asked Questions
What are common sports injuries you treat?
We commonly treat sprains, strains, tendinopathies, joint injuries, and overuse conditions affecting the knees, ankles, shoulders, hips, and spine.