Sports Injury Treatment & Rehabilitation in South Yarra

Sports injuries are common across all levels of activity — from weekend fitness to elite performance. They can result from sudden trauma, overuse, poor technique, or muscle imbalance, and may involve joints, ligaments, tendons, or soft tissue. Whether you’re managing a recent injury or dealing with a lingering problem, effective recovery requires more than just rest.

At Osteopathic Movement, our South Yarra osteopaths are experienced in diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating sports injuries of all kinds. We combine hands-on treatment with tailored exercise programs to restore mobility, strength, and confidence, so you can return to activity safely and perform at your best.

Common Sports Injuries We Treat

Our osteopaths manage both acute and chronic injuries across a wide range of sports and activities. Some of the most common include:

  • Muscle strains and tears (common in hamstring, quadricep, calves etc.)

  • Ligament sprains (ankle, knee, shoulder)

  • Tendinopathies (Achilles, rotator cuff, patellar tendon)

  • Overuse and repetitive strain injuries (Golfer’s & Tennis Elbow, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome etc.)

  • Shin splints and stress reactions (common in endurance athletes and young athletes)

  • Hip and groin pain

  • Post-match or training soreness and tightness

If pain or restricted movement is affecting your training or performance, early assessment and management can help prevent long-term setbacks. You can book an appointment online today to start your recovery.

How Osteopathy Can Help

Our osteopaths take a full-body approach to sports injury management, looking beyond the site of pain to understand the underlying cause. Treatment aims to reduce inflammation, restore normal movement, and support optimal biomechanics during recovery.

Treatment may include:

  • Soft tissue massage – to relieve tension and promote healing

  • Joint mobilisation and articulation – to restore range of motion

  • Myofascial release – to reduce stiffness and improve flexibility

  • Muscle Energy Techniques (MET) – to rebalance muscular activity

  • Dry needling or taping advice – where appropriate, to support recovery

  • Load management and technique guidance – to prevent recurrence

Our goal is to get you moving pain-free as quickly as possible while ensuring a safe, progressive return to sport.

Individualised Exercise Rehabilitation

Every athlete and injury is different. That’s why we design individualised exercise rehabilitation programs to build strength, coordination, and resilience specific to your sport or activity.

Your program may include:

  • Strength and conditioning to rebuild muscle capacity

  • Mobility and activation work for optimal movement control

  • Balance and proprioception training to prevent re-injury

  • Plyometric or agility drills for advanced return-to-sport stages

  • Periodised loading and performance progression to suit your training goals

We also collaborate with other health professionals or coaches when needed to ensure your rehabilitation integrates seamlessly with your wider training plan.

Begin Your Recovery

Whether you’re recovering from a strain, sprain, or overuse injury, our osteopaths can help you rebuild strength, restore performance, and return to sport with confidence.

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