A Physiotherapist’s Guide for Parents and Young Athletes Heel pain in children is common — especially in kids who play sport regularly. One of the most frequent causes we see at True Active Physiotherapy in Dingley Village  is Sever’s disease , also known as calcaneal apophysitis . Although the name sounds serious, Sever’s disease is not dangerous  and does not cause long-term damage. With the right physiotherapy approach, most kids can continue enjoying sport while their sym

A Physiotherapist’s Guide for Parents and Young Athletes Knee pain in growing children is incredibly common — especially in kids who love sport. One of the most frequent causes we see at True Active Physiotherapy  is Osgood-Schlatter’s disease , a growth-related condition that can significantly impact training, confidence, and enjoyment of sport if not managed well. The good news?With the right physiotherapy approach, most young athletes can stay active, reduce pain, and cont

Quadriceps (quad) strains are one of the most common muscle injuries in soccer , affecting players across all levels — from junior athletes to senior and semi-elite competitors. Sprinting, kicking, accelerating, and decelerating place high demands on the quadriceps, making them particularly vulnerable during both training and matches. While many quad strains feel “minor” initially, poorly managed quad injuries carry a high risk of re-injury , especially if players return too

Pain just below the kneecap is one of the most common knee issues in soccer players , especially teenagers and young adults who train and play multiple times per week. If your knee pain flares up with running, jumping, kicking or change of direction — particularly during or after training — you may be dealing with patellar tendinopathy . What is patellar tendinopathy? The patellar tendon  is a thick, strong band of tissue that connects your kneecap (patella) to your shin bone