Hamstring injuries are a common plight among athletes and physically active individuals, often leading to significant downtime and frustration. Effective management of these injuries not only focuses on healing but also on understanding the intricacies of each patient’s needs. At Trend Physio, our approach is tailored to individual recovery, leveraging the expertise of our dedicated team members, Blake and Liam, who bring specialized knowledge in managing lower limb injuries and a commitment to personalized patient care.

If you've ever experienced that stabbing pain in your heel, especially when you take those first few steps in the morning, you might be in the plantar fasciitis club. But fear not! Let's dive into how to kick this condition to the curb and get you back on your feet—literally!

Football is an intense, physically demanding sport that places a significant strain on various muscle groups, including the hamstrings. Hamstring injuries are among the most common in all sports, and they can sideline players for weeks or even months. However, with proper care and attention, the risk of hamstring strains can be significantly reduced. In this blog, we will explore effective ways for players to minimize the risk of hamstring injuries and keep themselves on the field.

You should’ve stretched!

I believe stretching is people’s least favourite activity when it comes to health and fitness. I find so many people say, ‘I should really stretch more’. It can be difficult to find the motivation, time or knowledge on how to stretch. However, stretching is promoted as an important way to reduce the risk of sporting injuries. This leads me to ask the question, does stretching reduce your risk of sports injury?

What is Paediatric Physiotherapy?

Do you know what ‘paediatric physio’ actually means and how it can help you and your children? The word ‘physio’ is often associated with sports injuries, massage and exercise. When I tell people that I am a physio for kids I often get asked… “So, what do you actually do?”. Whilst many people have a basic understanding of what physios can do, not many know exactly how we can help children.