Lifecare Northern Sports Physiotherapy

13/08/2025

It’s Tradies’ Health Month!

Did you know that over 90% of tradies experienced work-related injuries or pain in the past year, with 90% of these injuries caused or worsened by work? (APA, 2025)

That’s a huge number.

And with Australia facing a trade shortage and a housing crisis, the health and wellbeing of our tradies is more critical than ever.

That’s where physiotherapy comes in.

Nearly two-thirds of tradies who have seen a physiotherapist reported significant pain reduction or eradication.

We all know that physios can diagnose and treat work-related injuries.

But did you know they can also:

• Teach you techniques to work safely and prevent injuries
• Help you maintain productivity and participation
• Help you address pain early

Let one of our skilled physiotherapists help you get back to your best.

Book now at https://www.lifecare.com.au



References:

APA | Tradies National Health Month (as published on the Australian Physiotherapy Association website): https://australian.physio/campaigns/tradies-national-health-month

Lifeline | Strong foundations: A wellbeing guide for tradies: https://toolkit.lifeline.org.au/articles/general/strong-foundations-a-wellbeing-guide-for-tradies

07/08/2025

24/07/2025

14/07/2025

You know that niggling finger injury that you never quite got around to getting checked?

It’s probably time to sort it out.

Our team can treat a range of upper limb injuries, including:
👉 Upper limb and shoulder injuries
👉 Overuse and throwing injuries
👉 Finger injuries
👉 Thumb injuries
👉 Wrist and elbow pain

Contact your Lifecare physiotherapist or sports doctor to organise an assessment.

Explore the full text at https://www.lifecare.com.au/service/hand-therapy/

02/07/2025

25/06/2025

Lifecare Northern Sports is happy to announce that we will be part of the Embrace Trial working alongside the University of Melbourne and Dr Tom Cross. The study is recruiting now, if you are interested and meet the criteria below please call us on 9901 4000.

24/06/2025

19/06/2025

So, your favourite player hurt their hamstring... now what?

As evidenced in our discussion of the unprecedented injury count in the Sir Doug Nicholls clash between Port Adelaide (Yartapuulti) and Geelong, hamstring injuries are one of the most common sports injuries in high-speed sports like AFL.

But not all hamstring injuries are the same.

They’re typically graded into three categories:
👉 Grade 1 - Mild strain. Minor pain, some stiffness, and you can usually walk.
👉 Grade 2 – Partial tear. Moderate pain, swelling, and difficulty with daily activities.
👉 Grade 3 – Complete tear. Severe pain, bruising, and often unable to bear weight.

Recovery time can range from 3 weeks to 3+ months, depending on the severity.

Jason Horne-Francis seemed likely to be looking at least a Grade 2, having to be helped off the field following the injury.

However, positive news emerged for Port Adelaide fans, with Jason reporting to the media soon after the match that his return-to-play timeline was just 3 weeks post injury.

But what if you’re the one that’s injured?

See your physio early!

A proper diagnosis and personalised rehab plan with Lifecare can get you back to what you love faster and safer.

Find out more about hamstring injuries in the full article by Lifecare Wittleton: https://www.lifecare.com.au/clinic/willetton/news/youve-hurt-your-hamstring-now-what/

06/06/2025

Sprained ankle?

It's one of the most common sporting injuries.

Here's what to do in the first 48 - 72 hours if you suspect a sprain:

1️⃣ Protect – Avoid further injury

2️⃣ Rest – Avoid exercise

3️⃣ Ice – Every 2 hours place an ice pack on the sore area for 20 minutes

4️⃣ Compression – Use an elastic bandage around your ankle to decrease swelling

5️⃣ Elevation – When resting keep your ankle above your heart to decrease swelling

6️⃣ Referral – See your physio or sports doctor for diagnosis and treatment

Getting attention to this in the first 48 - 72 hours is crucial to your long term recovery.

Recurrent ankle sprains are very common.

But many of these can be prevented with early treatment and a properly designed exercise program.

Book an appointment with your local Lifecare physio at lifecare.com.au to get started.

Learn more about treatment and rehabilitation: https://www.lifecare.com.au/resources/sprained-ankle/

28/05/2025

We have definitely seen a few of these manoeuvres 🤭
Which manoeuvre are you a culprit of? 😂