SPORT INJURIES & REHABILITATION
Sport Injuries,
Treatment & Rehabilitation
About sports injuries, treatment & rehabilitation at Balance Health.
At Balance Health we have an experienced team who are passionate about treating and managing sport injuries. We believe in getting you back to pain-free movement and activity as soon as possible, with a strong focus on hands-on therapy, exercise prescription and injury prevention.
The most common injuries associated with sports include ligament & muscle sprains, strains, tears, joint injuries and over-use injuries. After a thorough assessment of the injury, we will develop an evidence-based treatment and rehabilitation plan that is specific to your goals.
In-clinic treatment may include:
Soft/deep tissue massage
Myofascial release
Joint mobilisation
Joint manipulation
Stretching
Taping
Throughout your recovery our aim is to help you regain the strength, mobility, balance and co-ordination required to return to your sport and stay injury free in the future. In order to get the best results, we might include:
In-clinic and home exercise programs
Clinical Pilates or assisted gym exercises
Injury prevention strategies, including correction of movement and alignment (see our guide to running for tips).
Continue to browse our therapist profiles below to see how Physiotherapy, Osteopathy & Myotherapy can best assist you with your recovery & optimize your return to play. Please call to speak with our friendly team for assistance.
Our experienced Practitioners
Tim Tracy
Physiotherapist
With a background of long-distance running, adventure racing, kayaking, mountain biking, and rugby, Tim is passionate about treating sporting and running injuries. His enthusiasm for supporting athletes of all abilities return to their best, is evident in his ability to solve problems big and small. Tim still enjoys an active lifestyle and famously ran the 96km circumference of Phillip Island in early 2024.
Casey Cleeland
Senior Physiotherapist
Casey’s skill and interest in musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy extends to post-operative rehabilitation, the management of knee and ankle injuries, and is passionate about supporting mums to return to sport and exercise post-partum. Casey’s kind and friendly approach includes hands-on therapies, dry needling, strength and conditioning exercise, and education.
George Leonardos
Osteopath
George loves the holistic nature of osteopathy and believes that we all hold the power to improve our physical health/well-being when given the right tools. His involvement in sports includes power-lifting, basketball, swimming, football, soccer, and MMA/kickboxing. This personal experience has driven him to develop comprehensive treatment and management protocols aimed at facilitating recovery and minimising the risk of future injuries.
Kevin James
Advanced Sports Osteopath
As a former elite gymnast, Kevin's Olympic journey was cut short by a misdiagnosed fracture. This experience ignited his passion for osteopathy and better health care standards. He is industry recognised as an Advanced Sports Osteopath and is currently pursuing a Master of Research with renowned pain neuroscientists at the University of South Australia.
Christina Laws
Senior Physiotherapist
Over more than two decades working as a physiotherapist, Christina has experienced and treated a healthy array of sports injuries and contributed to the rehabilitation of many injuries. This includes being physiotherapist for AFL Sydney team throughout university days over four years, and treating members of the Italian Kayaking team for the Sydney 2000 Olympics.
Nicole Murphy
Myotherapist
Nicole's expertise in Myotherapy is an asset for injury treatment and management for many elite and amateur athletes. Her hands on approach is a go-to treatment for injuries from the field and high impact sports. Nicole has vast experience working in Football clubs for over a decade, providing pre- and post- game support.