An acute groin injury typically involves a sudden strain or tear in the adductor muscles—a group of muscles on the inside of your thigh. These muscles help stabilise your pelvis and pull your legs toward the midline (think kicking, cutting, or closing down space on defence).

In pitch sports, the adductor longus is most commonly affected. This muscle takes a big load during sprinting, side-stepping, tackling, and especially during kicking motions. Overload it, and it can strain or tear—usually at the musculotendinous junction near the groin.

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Shoulder bursitis is a common cause of shoulder pain that can significantly impact daily activities, especially movements involving lifting or overhead activity. As physiotherapists, our role is essential in both diagnosing and managing this condition conservatively to restore function and reduce pain. In this blog, we’ll explore what shoulder bursitis is, how it presents, and the evidence-based physiotherapy approaches to treatment.

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Breastfeeding is a deeply personal journey, one that intertwines physical recovery, hormonal shifts, and postural demands. As a women’s health physiotherapist, understanding these dynamics can empower new mothers to navigate breastfeeding while protecting their bodies from unnecessary strain or injury.

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If you or your teen plays soccer, you’ve probably heard teammates complain about groin pain — or maybe you’ve experienced it yourself. As a physiotherapist, I see this kind of injury all the time, especially in teenage athletes. The good news? There are simple, effective exercises that can help prevent groin pain before it starts.

Let’s talk about why groin injuries happen, and how we can protect against them with a couple of smart additions to your training routine.

Why Groin Pain Is So Common in Soccer

Groin pain accounts for about 1 in every 10 soccer injuries

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Hamstring injuries are one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries, particularly among athletes involved in sports requiring sprinting, jumping, and quick changes in direction. Whether you're a professional athlete or someone who enjoys recreational activities, understanding the causes, symptoms, and effective recovery strategies for hamstring injuries can help you return to your activities faster and with reduced risk of reinjury.

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Introduction

Sports are a fantastic way to stay active, build teamwork, and develop resilience. However, the fast-paced and physical nature of many sports also brings the risk of injuries, with concussion being one of the most serious.

A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) that requires careful management. Unlike muscle strains or sprains, concussions affect brain function, meaning a gradual and structured return to play (RTP) is essential for safe recovery.

In this article, we’ll explore what a concussion is, the risks associated with it, and evidence-based return to play protocols that apply across all sports, but commonly contact sports.

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Endometriosis is a chronic and often overlooked condition, affecting approximately 1 in 9 women in Australia. Despite its prevalence, diagnosis can take years, and many people struggle to access appropriate care.

It is now time to shine a light on this condition, empower individuals with knowledge, and advocate for better research, treatment, and support.

What Is Endometriosis?

Each month, the body builds up the uterine lining (endometrium) in preparation for pregnancy. If pregnancy does not occur, this lining breaks down and sheds—resulting in menstruation.

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This blog discusses a recent study by Tomschi et al. (2025), which explored the immediate effects of core stabilisation exercises on pain in people with low back pain.  The phenomenon describing how your body becomes less sensitive to pain right after you move is called exercise-induced hypoalgesia (EIH). 

This idea has been helpful for people dealing with ongoing pain, but when it comes to chronic low back pain (CLBP), the results have been mixed. Some people feel better after exercise, while others don’t notice a change—or feel worse. 

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