Back Pain in Rowing – What’s the Catch?

Back Pain in Rowing – What’s the Catch?

by | Nov 21, 2025

Rowing is a fantastic pursuit for people of all ages — it strengthens the body, calms the mind, and builds community. It provides excellent cardiovascular fitness and full-body strength. But for many rowers, lower back pain can be a frustrating obstacle that keeps...
Why Runners Keep Getting Injured (And How to Stop It)

Why Runners Keep Getting Injured (And How to Stop It)

by | Jul 27, 2025

If you’re a runner, you’ve probably felt it—a niggle in your shin, a sore knee, tight calves that won’t ease up. Injury can start to feel like part of the sport, but it doesn’t have to be. Most running injuries aren’t random or just bad luck. They’re predictable—and...
Muscle Tears – Risk Factors

Muscle Tears – Risk Factors

by | Nov 21, 2024

  (By Carin Penberthy, Physiotherapist) Some common factors associated with muscle tears are: Dehydration It’s important to keep hydrated with fluids and electrolytes before, during and after sports activity to prevent muscle cramping and muscle tears....
Common Netball Injuries

Common Netball Injuries

by | Oct 15, 2024

Has Netball returned and brought all those aches and pains from last season with it? For a non-contact sport, Netball can be a very physical game and often results in pain and injuries. The number one body part subjected to netball injuries is the ankles, with knees...
Patella Femoral Pain Syndrome

Patella Femoral Pain Syndrome

by | Jul 16, 2024

What is patella femoral pain syndrome? Patella Femoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) is pain around or behind the patella that is aggravated by activities loading the knee joint… sounds complicated right? Let’s take a step back and have a look at the anatomy of the knee joint....