what to expect.
we assess, treat and rehabilitate rugby players of every level. our clinical specialist daniel farnell is the former first team physiotherapist at blaydon rugby club and has worked in a consultancy role with the scottish rugby union, and he keeps the whole team up to date with the latest evidence-based treatment for rugby players.
we start with a thorough assessment, because the right diagnosis is the foundation of successful treatment. if your injury needs further investigation, such as an x-ray or mri, we can refer you privately.
rugby injuries we treat.
- fractured 5th metatarsals
- turf toe
- sprained or torn ankle ligaments
- sprained or torn knee ligaments (acl, pcl, mcl, lcl)
- meniscal (knee cartilage) tears
- hamstring, calf, quadriceps and gluteal strains
- achilles tendon injuries
- patella tendon injuries
- patellofemoral (kneecap) pain
- stress fractures of the heel or shin
- labral tears of the hip
- hip flexor injuries
- sportsman’s hernia (gilmore’s groin)
- sacroiliac joint and lower back pain
- ac joint (collar bone) injuries
- shoulder dislocation
- hand, wrist and elbow fractures and soft tissue injuries
- neck fractures and soft tissue injuries
- thoracic spine and rib injuries
how we treat.
- joint mobilisation and manipulation
- specific soft tissue massage and mobilisation
- progressive core stability and functional exercise rehabilitation
- postural and ergonomic advice
- muscle energy techniques
- acupuncture and dry needling
- sports and functional fascial taping
often combined with.
- physiotherapy
- sports massage
- acupuncture
- pilates classes
