Langwarrin Sports Medicine Centre

Langwarrin Sports Medicine Centre Physiotherapy, Myotherapy, Massage, Pilates, Clinical Exercise, Podiatry & Exercise Physiology.

OUR SERVICES:
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
Occupational Physiotherapy
Sports Physiotherapy
Paediatric Physiotherapy
Women’s Health Physiotherapy
Clinical Pilates
Massage & Myotherapy
Dry Needling
Posture Assessments
Rehabilitation
Bike Setup
Hydrotherapy
LIPUS
Functional Restoration
Exercise Physiology
Group Exercise
Personal Training
Treatment of WorkCover injuries
Treatment of TAC injuries
Pre & Post Natal Exercise Programs
Dietitian
Podiatrist
Osteopathy
Ergonomic & Occupational Health
Hypnotherapy

Langwarrin Sports Medicine Centre has been supporting the Mornington Peninsula communities for more than 25 years by providing sponsorship, information evenings, sports coverage and assistance to local sporting clubs and associations. If your club or association would like to tap into our expertise, please contact us.

▪️ PUBLIC HOLIDAY NOTICE ▪️Langwarrin Sports Medicine Centre will be closed on Tuesday 4 November for Melbourne Cup Day....
30/10/2025

▪️ PUBLIC HOLIDAY NOTICE ▪️

Langwarrin Sports Medicine Centre will be closed on Tuesday 4 November for Melbourne Cup Day.

Our clinic will reopen on Wednesday 5 November.

If you would like to make an appointment or book a Pilates class outside of these hours, please use our online booking system:
➡️ https://www.lifecare.com.au/clinic/peninsula-sports-medicine-group-langwarrin/

With students gearing up for exams and some already finished, many teens find themselves spending hours in front of comp...
28/10/2025

With students gearing up for exams and some already finished, many teens find themselves spending hours in front of computers or buried in textbooks 📚

This daily routine can wreak havoc on our upper backs and necks, often resulting in tense muscles, headaches, and discomfort 🤕

To prevent these issues, consider the following tips:

⏰ Take regular study breaks: These breaks can enhance concentration and reduce the likelihood of back and neck pain.

🚶‍♂️Incorporate stretching and mobility exercises into your study breaks: These activities boost circulation and alleviate strain on joints and muscles from prolonged desk work.

🏋️ Engage in regular physical exercise: Physical activity not only enhances concentration and memory retention but also helps in preventing headaches, back pain, and neck discomfort.

For more insights, check out our blog "Studying - A Pain in the neck" ➡️ https://www.lifecare.com.au/blog/studying-a-pain-in-the-neck/

Avoiding headaches, back pain, or neck discomfort during exams is crucial for success!

For more information, or to make an appointment call 9789 1233 or book online ➡ https://www.lifecare.com.au/clinic/peninsula-sports-medicine-group-langwarrin/

💪 Why Strength & Conditioning is Essential in Pain and RehabilitationFind it hard to stay motivated with your physio exe...
23/10/2025

💪 Why Strength & Conditioning is Essential in Pain and Rehabilitation

Find it hard to stay motivated with your physio exercises? You’re not alone - but understanding why those strength and conditioning movements matter can make all the difference.

Strength training isn’t just for gym junkies or elite athletes.

In physiotherapy, it’s one of the most powerful tools we have to help people manage pain, recover from injury, and build a stronger, more resilient body.

Here’s why it matters 👇

✅ Pain doesn’t always mean damage – movement is key to recovery
✅ Strength training helps rebuild healthy muscles, tendons and bones
✅ Conditioning improves your ability to handle daily demands and sport
✅ You can reduce pain and improve function even without ‘fixing’ the structure
✅ Building strength empowers both body and mind

Whether you’re managing long-term pain, recovering from surgery, or simply want to future-proof your body, strength and conditioning is at the heart of modern rehabilitation.

Read more 👉 https://www.lifecare.com.au/blog/why-strength-and-conditioning-is-essential-in-pain-and-rehabilitation/

📞 Call us on (03) 9789 1233 or 📲 Book online: https://www.lifecare.com.au/clinic/peninsula-sports-medicine-group-langwarrin/

Ever noticed a crackling, grinding or popping noise coming from your joints? 🦵You might be experiencing crepitus - a com...
21/10/2025

Ever noticed a crackling, grinding or popping noise coming from your joints? 🦵

You might be experiencing crepitus - a common and usually harmless sound caused by movement within your joints.

But when it’s paired with pain, swelling, or stiffness, it can be an early sign of something more serious.

Here’s what you need to know 👇

✅ It’s caused by small air bubbles or friction inside your joint
✅ It’s common with age, activity or previous injury
✅ Pain, swelling or stiffness = time to see your physio
✅ Physio treatment can improve mobility and protect your joints long-term

👩‍⚕️ Read the full article here: https://www.lifecare.com.au/blog/what-is-early-crepitus/

📞 Call us on 9789 1233 or 💻 book online to get things checked.

14/10/2025

Shoulder Pain from Swimming or Surfing? 🏊🏄

Shoulder pain can be quite common for those of us who enjoy the water, whether you're logging swim laps or paddling out for a surf.

This pain could be 'swimmer's shoulder' - a general term for shoulder issues that could involve the pinching of your rotator cuff tendons due to muscle dysfunction.

This issue isn't just about total time in the water. It could be caused by a combination of factors like:

💧Poor technique (in swimming or paddling)

💧Muscle tightness or imbalance (especially after winter rest)

💧Underlying posture issues

A physiotherapist can provide a comprehensive assessment, address underlying posture or muscle imbalances, prescribe specific rotator cuff exercises, and offer technique advice for both swimming and paddling.

Don't just reduce your water time; solve the problem before it gets worse!

Book in to get it checked today 📲 https://www.lifecare.com.au/clinic/peninsula-sports-medicine-group-langwarrin/ or read more here 🔗https://www.lifecare.com.au/resources/swimmers-shoulder/

Headache? Earache? It Might Be Your Jaw! 🤕Many people suffer from headaches, earaches, and persistent face or neck pain ...
09/10/2025

Headache? Earache? It Might Be Your Jaw! 🤕

Many people suffer from headaches, earaches, and persistent face or neck pain without realising the source is their Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ).

TMJ dysfunction occurs when the complex system of the jaw muscles and joints breaks down, often leading to a cycle of pain and muscle spasm.

Common signs of a TMJ disorder include:

🤐 Pain when chewing, yawning, or opening your mouth widely.

🤐 Clicking, popping, or grating noises when moving the jaw.

🤐 Tenderness in the jaw muscles.

🤐 Difficulty opening your mouth fully or jaw locking.

This can be caused by habits like teeth clenching/grinding (often stress-related), an old sporting injury, or arthritic changes.

The good news? TMJ dysfunction can be successfully treated by your physiotherapist!

We work to relieve muscle spasm, restore jaw movement, and provide specific exercise programs and relaxation training. We often work in conjunction with your dentist for the best results.

Don't let unexplained headaches and jaw pain persist. Get assessed by a physiotherapist today!

Contact us https://www.lifecare.com.au/clinic/peninsula-sports-medicine-group-langwarrin/ or read more here 🔗 https://www.lifecare.com.au/resources/temporomandibular-joint-dysfunction-tmj/

Feeling dizzy? It could be vertigo.Vertigo, particularly Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), is caused by disru...
07/10/2025

Feeling dizzy? It could be vertigo.

Vertigo, particularly Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), is caused by disruptions in the inner ear's balance centre due to sudden movements.

It accounts for 50% of dizziness in older adults and can last from a few minutes to several days 👎

Common symptoms include dizziness, light-headedness, balance issues, nausea, and vomiting 🤮

The good news is that physiotherapy can help by focusing on targeted exercises that restore the function of your vestibular system, helping you regain balance and reduce the frequency and intensity of vertigo episodes.

Reach out to our dedicated Physiotherapists at Langwarrin Sports Medicine Centre and start your journey to recovery today ➡️ https://www.lifecare.com.au/clinic/peninsula-sports-medicine-group-langwarrin/


*Any information or advice provided in this post is general in nature. You should consult your physiotherapist or doctor to be sure that you have a correct diagnosis before attempting any of the advice provided.*

02/10/2025

Cycling is a brilliant, low-impact way to stay fit and active, especially for middle-aged riders (yes, even in Lycra!).

But like any sport, injuries can happen, and a common culprit is hip pain, often felt at the front of the joint.

This is usually a result of Hip Impingement.

Why does it happen?

The highly repetitive motion of bringing your knee high towards your chest while riding - especially in an aggressive, low tuck position - can cause the hip capsule to get irritated or 'pinched.' This problem is often made worse if you spend long hours sitting when you're not on the bike!

How to Protect Your Hips:

🚲 Don't Go Too Low - Adjust your bike position. You don't need to match the elite tuck position.

🚲 Stand Up More: Counteract long hours of sitting by being active throughout the day.

🚲 Maintain Flexibility: Regularly stretch your hips and surrounding muscles - a clinical Pilates class can help with this.

🚲 Get Strong: Work on the control of your trunk and hip muscles.

🚲 Invest in a Bike Fitting conducted by a Physiotherapist.

Check out this article to read more https://www.lifecare.com.au/blog/hip-pain-in-cycling/

If you start feeling hip pain, don't ignore it. Get assessed by one of our physiotherapists! Contact us today on 9789 1233 or book online ➡️ https://www.lifecare.com.au/clinic/peninsula-sports-medicine-group-langwarrin/

Is your growing athlete complaining of pain at the bottom of their kneecap? It could be Sinding-Larsen-Johansson disease...
22/09/2025

Is your growing athlete complaining of pain at the bottom of their kneecap?

It could be Sinding-Larsen-Johansson disease, a common overuse injury in teens, especially during growth spurts. Boys tend to be affected more, likely due to higher sports participation ⚽

Symptoms include dull, localised pain, tenderness, and discomfort with running, jumping, squatting, or kneeling. The pain may linger after activity, and the area can be sore to touch 🤕

Treatment focuses on reducing stress on the knee: rest from aggravating activities, ice after exercise, gentle stretches, and supportive taping or physiotherapy.

At Langwarrin Sports Medicine Centre, our team of physiotherapists can provide the right diagnosis and tailored plan to get your athlete back on track 🦵

For bookings, visit 👉 https://www.lifecare.com.au/clinic/peninsula-sports-medicine-group-langwarrin/

*Any information or advice provided in this post is general in nature. You should consult your physiotherapist or doctor to be sure that you have a correct diagnosis before attempting any of the advice provided.*

Corked thigh slowing you down? 🦵Quadriceps contusions - better known as corkies - are one of the most common sports inju...
17/09/2025

Corked thigh slowing you down? 🦵

Quadriceps contusions - better known as corkies - are one of the most common sports injuries, usually caused by a direct impact or collision. Painful, frustrating, and definitely not the kind of cork you want to pop 😂

The good news? They almost never need surgery 🙌

At Langwarrin Sports Medicine Centre our physiotherapists treat corkies every day, helping athletes recover and get back into it faster.

Got a corkie? Don’t push through the pain. For bookings 📲 https://www.lifecare.com.au/clinic/peninsula-sports-medicine-group-langwarrin/

*Any information or advice provided in this post is general in nature. You should consult your physiotherapist or doctor to be sure that you have a correct diagnosis before attempting any of the advice provided.

Elbow pain holding you back at the gym? If your elbows ache after lifting, pulling, or pressing, you’re not alone 🤕 Elbo...
16/09/2025

Elbow pain holding you back at the gym?

If your elbows ache after lifting, pulling, or pressing, you’re not alone 🤕

Elbow joint pain is common among gym-goers and strength athletes but that doesn’t mean you should just “push through" 🚫

Repetitive strain, poor technique, or overtraining can irritate the tissues around your elbow, leading to stiffness, tenderness, or pain that lingers beyond your workout.

Watch for signs like 👇

➡️ Ache on the inside or outside of your elbow

➡️ Pain during or after grip-heavy exercises (think pull-ups, kettlebell swings, snatches)

➡️ Reduced mobility or grip strength

➡️ Swelling or ongoing pain in daily life

If elbow pain is limiting your training, book an appointment with Langwarrin Sports Medicine Centre. Let’s keep you strong, moving, and doing what you love - without the ache 💪

Book an appointment today 📲 https://www.lifecare.com.au/clinic/peninsula-sports-medicine-group-langwarrin/ or call 9789 1233

*Any information or advice provided in this post is general in nature. You should consult your physiotherapist or doctor to be sure that you have a correct diagnosis before attempting any of the advice provided.

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83-85 Cranbourne/Frankston Road
Langwarrin, VIC
3910

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 7:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 7:30pm
Thursday 8am - 7:30pm
Friday 8am - 7:30pm
Saturday 8am - 1pm

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OUR SERVICES: Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Occupational Physiotherapy Sports Physiotherapy Paediatric Physiotherapy Women’s Health Physiotherapy Clinical Pilates Massage & Myotherapy Dry Needling Posture Assessments Rehabilitation Bike Setup Hydrotherapy LIPUS Functional Restoration Exercise Physiology Group Exercise Personal Training Treatment of WorkCover injuries Treatment of TAC injuries Pre & Post Natal Exercise Programs Dietitian Podiatrist Osteopathy Ergonomic & Occupational Health Hypnotherapy Langwarrin Sports Medicine Centre has been supporting the Mornington Peninsula communities for more than 25 years by providing sponsorship, information evenings, sports coverage and assistance to local sporting clubs and associations. If your club or association would like to tap into our expertise, please contact us.