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Our return-to-sport program guides athletes across Geelong from injury back to training and competition, safely and step by step. We work with players and local clubs from Corio, Norlane, Lara, North Shore and Bell Park, so they’re not just cleared to play, but ready to perform.
What is return-to-sport rehabilitation?
Return-to-sport rehab focuses not only on healing the injured area, but on restoring the strength, power, agility, endurance and confidence your sport demands.
Each program is built around you and your sport, whether that means running, jumping, cutting, tackling or repetitive overhead movements. Load and intensity are increased gradually, so your body is physically prepared before you return to full competition.
Who is it for?
Athletes recovering from:
- Muscle strains
- Ligament injuries
- ACL reconstruction rehab
- Fractures
- Tendon problems
- Rehab after surgery
- Recurring injuries
It also reduces your risk of re-injury by addressing underlying weaknesses, movement imbalances and technique faults.
For local sporting clubs
Clubs get confidence that players are returning to the field safely and at the right time. We keep communication clear between the physiotherapist, the athlete, coaches and parents (where relevant) so the transition back into sport is smooth and well supported.
Our team has worked with local and elite sport, from AFL programs to community football, cricket and hockey clubs. If your club would like to talk about working with us, get in touch.
Conditions we commonly treat
- ACL Rehab: Staged rehab after an ACL tear or reconstruction, through to return to sport.
Return-to-Sport Rehab is available at both of our clinics, Corio on Bacchus Marsh Road and Norlane on Melbourne Road, convenient for patients across Geelong including Lara, North Shore, Bell Park and North Geelong. No referral is needed.
Return-to-Sport Rehab FAQs
When can I go back to playing after an injury?
It depends on the injury and the demands of your sport. We use strength and movement testing, not just time, to decide when you are ready, and we work with your coach on the plan.
Do you work with junior athletes?
Yes. We treat athletes of all ages and levels, from juniors to seasoned competitors, and involve parents in the plan where relevant.