Treating Achilles Tendinopathy
Achilles pain that eases as you warm up but returns after a run is often an early sign of tendon overload. Learn why it happens, how to manage it, and the best way to build strength so you can get back to running with confidence.
Overcome Runner’s Knee
Patellofemoral pain syndrome, often called ‘runner’s knee’, is one of the most common knee complaints we see in physiotherapy. It affects runners, gym-goers, cyclists, and people whose longest daily run is through their inbox.
Shoulder Pain that Won’t Quit
Is your shoulder acting like it’s auditioning for a drama? Aching every time you lift your arm, keeping you up at night, or making you avoid the gym or that weekend DIY project? You’re not imagining it.
Recovering Stronger After an ACL Injury
ACL injuries are notorious for ongoing instability if rehabilitation is incomplete. The right program can restore strength, control and confidence. In many cases, athletes return to sport with improved movement quality and resilience.
Preventing Workplace Injuries: Stretches for the 9-5 Body
The modern workday asks a lot of us. Long hours sitting, screens at eye level (or not quite), phones creeping closer to our faces, and meetings that somehow run longer than planned all add up.
The Stages of Physiotherapy Rehabilitation
Discover the four stages of physiotherapy rehabilitation—from managing inflammation to regaining independence. Learn how structured rehab restores movement, builds strength, and prevents re-injury.
Top 3 Most Common Sports Injuries
Learn the 3 most common sports injuries and how physiotherapy aids recovery and prevents re-injury.
Physiotherapy for Rotator Cuff Injuries: Regaining Shoulder Strength
You were reaching up to grab something from the top shelf — perhaps a cereal box, perhaps glory – when your shoulder had other ideas. That sudden, sharp twinge has now turned everyday actions like brushing your hair or buckling your seatbelt into a full-body negotiation. Shoulder pain like this often points to a rotator […]
Rehab Exercises to Restore Smooth Hip Motion
Do you feel stiffness, discomfort, or a grinding sensation every time you move your hip? These symptoms can make walking, sitting, or even sleeping a challenge. And it’s true what they say – your “hips don’t lie”! Physiotherapists specialise in helping patients restore smooth, pain-free hip motion. Call 9438 1782 today to book an appointment with one […]
Understanding Tibialis Posterior Dysfunction: A Physiotherapy Perspective
At St Leonards Physiotherapy, we believe in empowering our patients with knowledge to take charge of their health. If you’ve been noticing pain along the inner side of your foot or ankle, you might be dealing with Tibialis Posterior Dysfunction (TPD) – a condition that can seriously impact your mobility. The good news is that […]