Sports Physiotherapy & Injury Management in West Lakes

Injured? Sore? Not Moving Like You’re Used To?

If something is stopping you from training, working, sleeping comfortably or keeping up with life, you’re probably wondering what to do next.

sports injury Maybe it started with sport.
Maybe it crept up gradually.
Maybe you thought it would settle — but it hasn’t.

And now you’re asking:

“Is this something physio can actually fix?”

That question is exactly why we’re here.

What We Commonly Help With

Most people don’t walk in saying, “I have a medial ligament sprain.”

They say:

“My back just isn’t settling.”
“My knee keeps flaring up.”
“My shoulder hurts every time I lift something.”
“I can’t run without pain anymore.”

We assess and manage a wide range of sports and musculoskeletal conditions, including:

- Back and neck pain
- Shoulder pain and rotator cuff injuries
  - Knee injuries and knee osteoarthritis
  - Ankle sprains and Achilles tendon pain
  - Hip pain and Gluteal Tendinopathy
  - Muscle strains and ligament sprains
  - Running and sporting injuries
  - Post-surgical rehabilitation

Some injuries happen suddenly. Others build gradually over time. If you’ve been putting up with something for weeks or months, it’s worth having it properly assessed.

How We Treat

Our treatment approach combines hands-on physiotherapy with practical, individualised exercise.

Depending on your injury, this may include:

Joint mobilisation or manipulation
Soft tissue massage
Dry needling
Neural mobilisation
Targeted stretching
Strength and movement retraining

We use hands-on treatment to reduce pain and improve movement, but we don’t rely on passive therapy alone. Where appropriate, we’ll guide you through specific exercises to restore strength, build resilience and reduce the risk of recurrence.

Everything we recommend is tailored to you — your injury, your goals and your lifestyle.

What To Expect At Your Appointment

We keep things straightforward.

1. We Listen

You’ll have time to explain what’s been happening and what you’re worried about.

2. We Assess

We examine how you move, test strength and mobility, and use hands-on assessment to work out what structures may be involved.

3. We Explain

We’ll tell you what we think is going on, why it’s happening, and what needs to change.

4. We Plan

You’ll leave with a clear plan — whether that’s treatment, exercises, activity modification, or further investigation.

Quick fixes aren’t always possible. We focus on practical steps that fit into your life.

Why Choose West Lakes Physio?

We’ve been part of the West Lakes community for over 25 years — and we value long-term relationships with our patients.

We are a team of physios backed by experience

At West Lakes Physio, you’re not seeing a physiotherapist in isolation — you’re supported by a team.

Four of our physiotherapists are APA Titled (two in Sports Physiotherapy and two in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy), reflecting advanced training and recognised expertise. Each brings over 30 years of experience including long-standing involvement with local sporting teams.

Our newer graduates are closely mentored by this experienced senior team, and complex cases are regularly discussed together. So even if you’re seeing one physio, your care benefits from the experience and collaboration of the whole team.

We believe in careful assessment, honest explanation and taking the time to get it right.

Whether your injury is recent, ongoing, sports-related or simply part of staying active, we’re here to help you understand what’s happening — and guide you toward lasting improvement.

Experienced sports and musculoskeletal physiotherapists
Hands-on treatment approach
Clear, realistic recovery plans