Strengthening Your Neck: The Key to Reducing Sports-Related Head and Neck Injuries Including Concussion
Want fewer head knocks and a longer playing career? Start with your neck. Sports-related head and neck injuries — including concussions — are one of the biggest threats to athletes at every level. Whether you’re smashing tackles in rugby, heading the ball in soccer, or taking hits in footy, your neck is your first line […]
Injections for Rotator Cuff Shoulder Pain – What does the evidence say?
Rotator cuff related shoulder injuries are one of the most common causes of shoulder pain and dysfunction, particularly in individuals over the age of 50. These injuries not only lead to pain and limited mobility but also interfere with daily tasks such as dressing, lifting, or reaching overhead. With increasing numbers of patients opting for […]
Concussion Rehabilitation for Athletes: How physio plays a vital role in return to sport following a head injury
Returning an athlete to sporting competition after a concussion involves careful consideration and planning around the unique demands of the athlete’s sport and the individual presentation. At FightingFit Physiotherapy we play an active role in this process from day 0 (yep the onset of injury) to ensure a comprehensive plan is in place from […]
Shoulder Recovery for Tradies: Lifting Smart, Staying Strong
Your shoulders are your tools, protect them like your livelihood depends on it. Because it does. Long hours on the tools, overhead work, awkward lifts, it all stacks up. Shoulder pain is one of the most common reasons tradies walk through our doors, and it’s not just about discomfort. It can put you off the […]
Knee Pain? Here’s the Harsh Truth Your Doctor Might Be Too Polite to Say
If your knees are screaming, your weight might be the elephant in the room — and it’s time someone said it out loud (with care). We’re not here to sugarcoat, and we’re definitely not here to shame. But if your knees hurt and you’re carrying extra weight, losing just a few kilos could completely change […]
More Than Just a Sprain
Why That “Minor” Ankle Roll Deserves a Second Look Rolled your ankle playing footy? Landed awkwardly off a curb? Happens all the time, on the field and in everyday life. Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries we see in clinic. But here’s the kicker: just because it’s common doesn’t mean it’s no […]
Understanding and Managing Hip Labral Tears in Soccer: How Physiotherapy Can Help You Recover and Prevent Further Injury
She shoots, she scores! But now her hip hurts! Why? Hip labral tears are a common and often debilitating injury that can affect soccer players of all levels. A study done by Márquez et al. (2018) evaluated 42 professional soccer players’ hips with 3T magnetic resonance imaging. They found 33.8% had a labral lesion, 12.5% […]
From Stiffness to Strength: The Role of Physiotherapy in Frozen Shoulder Recovery
Stuck with a shoulder that just won’t move and hurts like hell? You’re not alone. Frozen shoulder (aka adhesive capsulitis) can sneak up on you with no clear cause, especially if you’re between 40–60. One day you’re moving freely, the next you’re wincing just putting on a jacket. It’s frustrating, painful, and often misunderstood but […]
Hip Pain Holding You Back? The Brutally Honest Truth About Surgery vs. Physio
If your hip’s been screaming louder than your coach on grand final day — this one’s for you. Struggling to tie your shoes? Ditching footy games or skipping gym sessions because your hip just won’t play nice? You’re not alone and you’re not soft. Hip pain can be seriously debilitating. There’s been a lot of […]
Wobble in your stride: How Overpronation Can Trip Up Runners
Whether you’re chasing a new PB or just chasing the dog around the block, running is one of the simplest, most freeing ways to stay fit. But if those post-run aches just won’t quit – or worse, keep coming back – overpronation might be silently sabotaging your stride. So, what is overpronation and why does […]