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Hamstring Injury

The most common injury over the last 20 years in the AFL is the hamstring injury. Minor improvements in injury rates have occurred, mainly due to improved fitness training and better emphasis on injury prevention. The hamstring consists of three main muscles at the back of the thigh. There are two muscles on the inside of the thigh and the biceps femoris on the outside of the thigh. The biceps femoris is more prone to injury than the inside muscles. Hamstring injuries usually occur by an overstretching activity such as kicking or bending down to the ball or whilst the athlete is sprinting.

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Children’s sporting injuries are common at the start of a new season. It is not uncommon for kids to do 5 or 6 days a week of their chosen sport, especially if they play for school, club and representative or academy teams. We commonly hear that 10 to 16-year-old kids are clocking up 10-12 hours of solid activity. Even the highly trained AFL footballers don’t do that much full-on exercise. Unlike our young athletes, Elite players have access to complete recovery programs such as ice baths, massage, yoga and Physio to help them. It is easy to understand that the high training demands placed on a young developing body can lead to injuries.

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3 hours ago
Tendon injuries are

Tendon injuries are one of the most common things we treat at West Lakes Physio, and they're often more preventable than people realise. 💡

Tendons are designed to adapt to stress by becoming stronger over time. The issue arises when load increases too quickly and the tendon doesn't have enough time to keep up. This is when pain, inflammation and injury develop.

Whether it's your Achilles, patellar tendon, rotator cuff or elbow, the approach to recovery is similar; a gradual, progressive loading program that helps the tendon rebuild its capacity safely. 💪

Ignoring tendon pain and pushing through rarely works. The longer it's left, the longer it tends to take to resolve.

At West Lakes Physio, we can assess your tendon, identify what's driving the problem and build a plan to get you back to full strength. 🙌

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4 days ago
Did you know that si

Did you know that sitting for long periods can increase your risk of developing diabetes? 😳

Most of us spend a significant part of our day seated at a desk, in the car, on the couch, without realising the impact it can have on our overall health over time.

Prolonged sitting has been linked to a range of health concerns beyond just back pain and stiffness, including an increased risk of diabetes, cardiovascular issues and metabolic decline.

The good news is that regular movement throughout your day, even in small doses, can help reduce these risks significantly. 💡

At West Lakes Physio, we can help you build more movement into your daily routine and address any pain or stiffness that might be making it harder to stay active. 💪

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1 week ago
Hamstring tears are

Hamstring tears are one of the most common injuries we see — and unfortunately, one of the most commonly mismanaged. 😬

Many people rest until the pain eases and then return to sport or training too soon, without addressing the underlying weakness and movement issues that leave them vulnerable to reinjury.

Seeing a physiotherapist for full rehabilitation following a hamstring tear can significantly reduce your risk of it happening again. A proper rehab program works to rebuild strength, restore flexibility and ensure your hamstring is genuinely ready to handle the demands being placed on it.

Returning to full activity before you are truly ready is one of the biggest reasons hamstring injuries keep coming back. 🙏

At West Lakes Physio, we can guide you through every stage of recovery and make sure you come back stronger, not just sooner.

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2 weeks ago
Routine is one of th

Routine is one of the best things you can do for your health, and scheduling in exercise is a big part of that. 📅

When movement becomes a regular part of your day rather than an afterthought, your body starts to respond. Strength improves, energy levels lift, and the long term benefits for your joints, muscles and overall wellbeing are significant.

The tricky part for a lot of people is knowing where to start, especially if pain or injury has been getting in the way of staying active.

At West Lakes Physio, we can help you get moving safely and build a routine that works for your body and your lifestyle. 💪

Whether you're recovering from an injury or just want to move better and feel stronger, we're here to help you get there. 🙌
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