Regenerate Physiotherapy

24/08/2026

City to Surf this Sunday? A few last-minute tips from the Physios at Regenerate

The training is almost done — now is not the time to try to squeeze in extra fitness! Here are a few tips to help you get to the start line feeling good:

✅ Stick to the pace you’ve trained at. Race-day excitement can make it tempting to go out too fast. Settle into your planned pace early and stick to it.

✅ Don’t cram in extra training this week. You won’t gain meaningful fitness in the last few days, but you can certainly make yourself tired or sore.

✅ Nothing new on race day. Stick with the shoes, socks, breakfast, hydration and nutrition you’ve already used during training.

✅ Keep moving this week. A couple of short, easy runs or walks can help keep the legs ticking over without adding fatigue.

✅ Get organised Saturday. Shoes, clothes, race bib, transport and breakfast — have it all sorted so Sunday morning is as stress-free as possible.

✅ Have a ni**le? Don’t ignore it. If something has started hurting in the lead-up to the event, getting it assessed before Sunday may help. You may just need a tight muscle loosened off or some basic strapping to support a joint.

We have a limited number of Physio appointments available this week at Regenerate Physiotherapy if you have a last-minute ni**le you’d like checked before City to Surf.

Good luck to everyone running — enjoy the day! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

17/08/2026

Are we over-training our kids?

(Re-posting this from a few years ago as we are seeing a flurry of teen stress fractures in the clinic during this winter sports season)

Most kids/teens winter sports are heading towards finals and we are seeing many over-use injuries presenting to the practice. In the past few years we are seeing more overuse injuries, bony stress reactions and stress fractures in kids/teens than previously. Many kids play multiple sports over winter and combined with school sport and often cross country running the load becomes too much for growing bodies. The key risk factors are a sudden or significant increase in running/training load during a growth spurt.

The key areas to watch out for are:

1) Low back pain with running/jumping that does not resolve within 1-2 weeks and hurts more with bending backwards than forwards. This can be a sign of an early stress fracture of the back. These are common in cricket fast bowlers and also in basketballers.
2) Foot stress fractures are very common and can affect the metatarsals, cuboid, talus and navicular. Navicular stress fractures can be particularly nasty and keep kids out of sport for more than a year.
3) Growth plate stress response injuries including Osgood-Schlatters at the knee and Severs at the ankle
4) Any other persistent non-traumatic pain present for more than 2 weeks – We have seen stress fractures of the lower leg, ribs, shoulder blade, pelvis and more.

To summarise: If your child or teen has had a recent growth spurt, has increased their activity levels rapidly and has significant pain of unknown origin then one possibility is a stress reaction or stress fracture. Have them seen by an experienced Physiotherapist or Sports Doctor asap and remove them from sport until they have been assessed. Diagnosis is made from patient history, clinical examination and often MRI. A comprehensive rehabilitation program addressing biomechanical issues, strength, running technique and muscle imbalance is vital in preventing these injuries from recurring.
Adam Floyd Senior Physiotherapist Regenerate Physiotherapy

15/06/2026

🦶 Could Your Shoes Be Causing Your Injury?

At Regenerate Physiotherapy, we often see patients with shin splints, Achilles pain, plantar fasciitis and knee injuries that may have been prevented with the right footwear.

👟 Did you know?
Running shoes generally need replacing every 6-12 months at a minimum. This will vary depending on km run, weight, running technique and terrain. Even if the tread looks okay, the cushioning and support can wear out long before the shoe does.

We're also seeing a growing trend of people playing tennis, netball and other court sports in highly cushioned running shoes such as Hokas or Asics Gel Kayanos. While these shoes are fantastic for running and walking, they're not designed for the quick side-to-side movements required in court sports and may increase the risk of ankle sprains.

🏃 Running? Wear running shoes.
🎾 Playing court sports? Wear court shoes.

Using the right shoe for the right activity is one of the simplest ways to reduce your risk of injury and keep you doing the sports you love.

Not sure if your shoes are up to the task? Bring them along to your next appointment and we'd be happy to check their wear pattern and whether they're appropriate for your activity.

Your feet—and your ankles, knees and Achilles tendons—will thank you!

21/04/2026

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS), often called kneecap mal-tracking, is one of the most common causes of knee pain we see in clinic. Think of it as a bit like a train running slightly off it's tracks.

It typically presents as a dull ache around or behind the kneecap—especially with:
✔️ Running or jumping
✔️ Squatting or stairs
✔️ Sitting for long periods

🔍 What causes it?

PFPS is usually not just one issue, but a combination of:
• Muscle imbalances (especially quads + glutes)
• Overuse without enough recovery
• Poor biomechanics or alignment
• Previous trauma (e.g. fall onto the knee)

⚠️ Common symptoms:

• Aching pain around the kneecap
• Grinding or clicking (crepitus)
• Mild swelling

✅ The good news?

Nearly all cases can be significantly improved with Physiotherapy.

At Regenerate Physiotherapy, treatment may include:
✔️ Activity modification
✔️ Taping to reduce stress on the kneecap
✔️ Targeted strengthening
✔️ Soft tissue release & stretching (ITB/lateral quad)
✔️ Biomechanical correction (including orthotics if needed)

📅 Most people improve within 5–6 sessions over ~6 weeks, depending on severity.

💬 If you’ve been dealing with persistent knee pain, don’t just push through it—get it assessed properly.

📩 Send us a message or book online to get started.

11/03/2026

Huge thanks to Dr Tane Eunson from who presented to the Active Physiotherapy Group’s monthly PD night. Tane is one of the Freo Dockers Sports Docs and went through everything relating to on field sports injury management and first aid. Really useful info and an entertaining night

11/03/2026

Couple of remedial massage spots left this afternoon if you are quick. Call 9284 0388 or book online

03/02/2026

Twelve years ago today we moved from a "classic" 1969 built building to our beautiful brand new clinic across the road. Many thanks to
.mcg plus Jodie Spragg and anyone else I have forgotten who contributed to the move. Was a busy day!

18/12/2025

24/11/2025

𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐨𝐝𝐲 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝐮𝐩?

As the weather warms up and summer rolls in across Australia, so too does the return of our favourite outdoor sports — cricket, tennis, lawn bowls, surf life saving, triathlons, and the Rottnest Channel Swim. For some, after a winter of lower activity levels, it’s common to dust off the gear and jump straight back into training. But without proper preparation, those little ni**les you’ve been ignoring can quickly turn into injuries that keep you sidelined just when the season’s getting started.

That’s where a Physiotherapy screening comes in.

Why screening matters

A Physiotherapy screen is like a tune-up for your body. It identifies any tightness, weakness, or movement imbalances that could place extra load on your joints and muscles during sport. For example:

A shoulder or upper-back restriction can increase the risk of rotator cuff or elbow injuries in cricketers, tennis players and swimmers.

Hip and core weakness can lead to back pain in lawn bowlers or runners.

Poor ankle mobility or balance can predispose surf life savers, tennis players or beach runners to sprains and overuse injuries.

By identifying these issues early, Physiotherapists can prescribe targeted strength and mobility programs to address them — keeping you performing at your best and reducing the risk of missing out mid-season.

At Regenerate Physiotherapy, a screening session involves:

Movement and posture analysis – assessing how your joints, muscles and balance systems are working.

Strength testing – using dynamometry or functional tests to find any asymmetries.

Flexibility and control checks – identifying stiffness or instability that might lead to strain.

Personalised action plan – you’ll receive tailored exercises and advice to get your body ready for the demands of your chosen sport.

This isn’t just for elite athletes — weekend warriors, social players, and first-time competitors all benefit from an individualised approach.

Many summer injuries occur not from a single incident, but from overuse and poor conditioning after a break. Booking a Physiotherapy screening now can mean the difference between a strong, consistent season and sitting out weeks with tendon or joint pain.

So before the first bowl, serve, or swim stroke — make sure your body is ready. Book a Physiotherapy screening today and enjoy a summer full of movement, performance, and pain-free sport. Contact 9284 0388

11/11/2025

Massage cancellation with Irene today at 1.15pm if you are quick. 9284 0388