Injuries we treat
- Ankle sprains and ligament injuries
- Hamstring, calf and groin strains
- Runner’s knee (pain around the kneecap), IT band pain and shin pain
- Tendon pain: Achilles, patellar, tennis elbow, shoulder (rotator cuff)
- ACL and meniscus injuries, before and after surgery
- Shoulder pain from badminton, cricket bowling, swimming or lifting
- Plantar fasciitis and heel pain in runners
The stages of rehab
Settle: reduce pain and swelling, protect the injured area, and keep the rest of you moving.
Restore: regain full, comfortable range of movement and normal walking or running mechanics.
Rebuild: progressive strength, balance and control training, loaded carefully so the injured tissue adapts.
Return: sport-specific drills such as running, cutting, jumping, smashing or bowling, then a gradual return to training and matches.
Returning to sport safely
Being pain-free is not the same as being ready. Before you return we check strength, hopping and balance on the injured side against the other side, and how you tolerate sport-specific movements. Returning too early is one of the most common reasons for re-injury.
We also look at why the injury happened, such as a sudden jump in training, footwear, technique or a strength gap, and plan around it.
For runners and weekend players
The communities around Haralur Road and Sarjapur Road have many runners, badminton and cricket players and gym-goers who train around desk jobs. We plan rehab that fits around work, and where possible keep you training in a modified way rather than stopping completely.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on the injury. A mild ankle sprain may need 3 to 6 sessions over a few weeks; a moderate muscle strain 4 to 8 weeks of rehab; rehab after ACL reconstruction usually takes 9 to 12 months before a return to pivoting sports.
When to see a doctor first
Please see a doctor or go to an emergency department, rather than booking physiotherapy, if you have:
- You cannot put weight on the leg, or a joint looks deformed after an injury
- Rapid, large swelling of a joint within hours of an injury
- Numbness, coldness or colour change in the hand or foot
- A head injury with headache, vomiting, confusion or memory loss
- Calf pain and swelling, especially after surgery or a long journey
Frequently asked questions
Should I stop training completely after an injury?
Usually not. Relative rest, meaning reducing or changing activities that aggravate the injury while keeping everything else going, is better for most injuries. We will show you what you can keep doing.
How long until I can play again after an ankle sprain?
Mild sprains often allow a return within 1 to 3 weeks and moderate ones within 3 to 6 weeks, once balance, strength and hopping tests are near normal. Severe sprains can take longer.
Do you provide physiotherapy before ACL surgery?
Yes. Physiotherapy before surgery to reduce swelling and restore movement and strength is linked to a smoother recovery afterwards. In some cases, rehab alone is an option to discuss with your surgeon.
Can you help with running injuries?
Yes. We assess how the injury relates to your training load, strength and running mechanics, and build a return-to-running plan alongside your recovery.
Do I need a scan for a sports injury?
Many sports injuries can be assessed clinically. If we suspect a significant ligament tear, fracture or another injury that needs imaging, we will refer you to a sports medicine or orthopaedic doctor.