Do I need scans before starting sports physio?

Not usually. Most sporting injuries can be assessed clinically first. We’ll only recommend imaging or a GP/specialist review if your symptoms suggest it may change management.

What injuries do you commonly treat?

We often see ankle sprains, hamstring/calf/groin strains, Achilles and patellar tendinopathy, shoulder/rotator cuff overload, running-related knee pain patterns, and rehab following ligament or meniscus-related injuries.

Can you help if I’m between games or mid-season?

Yes. We tailor your rehab around training and fixtures with clear criteria for what to modify, maintain or temporarily avoid.

How do you decide when I’m ready to return to sport?

We use a staged approach based on symptoms, strength, control and sport-specific capacity, rather than relying on time alone. This helps improve confidence and reduce re-injury risk.

Is sports physio only for elite athletes?

Not at all. Our approach is for anyone who trains, plays socially, hits the gym or wants to stay active without recurring injuries.

Where are you located?

Mernda: 136 Schotters Rd, Mernda VIC 3754. Reservoir: 224A Broadway, Reservoir VIC 3073. See our Locations page for directions, parking and clinic photos at each.

Sports Physiotherapy — Injury Rehab & Return to Sport

Evidence-based sports physio to assess, treat and rebuild after injury

delivered in-clinic with exercise facilities so you can restore strength, improve performance and return to sport with confidence, not guesswork.

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Benefits

Why choose sports physio here

Here’s what to expect from working with us — clear assessment, evidence-based treatment, and care that adapts to your goals.

Settle pain & irritation

Targeted hands-on care where appropriate plus clear load management to calm symptoms and reduce flare-up cycles.

Restore capacity

Progressive strength, mobility and conditioning that targets what your sport actually demands—speed, power, endurance and control.

Safe return to sport

Milestone-based progressions that reduce re-injury risk and support confident performance return.

Train smarter mid-season

Rehab plans can be adjusted around training loads and fixtures, helping you stay involved without derailing recovery.

Who It Helps

Common presentations we see

Sports physiotherapy may be right for you if you:

Rolled an ankle or felt a “pop” and now don’t trust it during sport.

Have tendon pain that flares after running, jumping or sudden workload increases (e.g., Achilles, patellar).

Are dealing with sprinting or kicking-related strains (hamstring, calf, groin).

Feel shoulder pain with lifting, throwing, pressing or contact.

Are returning after a longer injury layoff and want structure, not guesswork.

Need a clear plan to progress from rehab to performance and game readiness.

How It Works

What to expect

Every appointment is structured around your story. Below is how we work together to get you back to what matters.

01. Assessment

We start by listening—your sport, your position, your goals and what the injury is stopping you from doing. Your physio will:

Review injury history, training load and recent triggers

Assess strength, range of motion, control and load tolerance

Test relevant sport-linked movement patterns (running, jumping, change of direction, lifting)

Explain your diagnosis and likely recovery timeline clearly

02. Treatment

Your plan may include:

Manual therapy where appropriate to improve comfort and mobility

A tailored strength and conditioning approach

Mobility and control work specific to your sport

Education around pacing, training modifications and flare-up management

Technique and movement tweaks to reduce overload risk

03. Progress

At follow-ups we:

Track objective markers (strength capacity, running tolerance, function)

Progress you through return-to-running and change-of-direction stages where relevant

Build sport-specific resilience with controlled exposure

Clarify exactly what you can do now, next and later—so your return is confident and planned

Testimonials

What Our Patients Said

Real feedback from people we’ve helped with pain, injury and movement problems across our Mernda and Reservoir clinics.

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   Tracey Jones 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Would recommend 100%, very punctual, professional and caring
  
 
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   eunice 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was referred to Stephanie by my GP for my tendinitis. I finished 5 sessions with her and my hip pain has greatly improved and learned tips about stretching and exercises to manage my condition. I highly recommend Stephanie for your physio needs!
  
 
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   Anthony Potter 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely rapt with the service and treatment I receive from Stephanie at radiant health care, highly recommend for all your physiotherapy needs.
  
 
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   Nita Rana 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommended Stephanie. She is very helpful and has a great knowledge about physiotherapy. I already feel such a relief with my CTS and shoulder pain after seeing her and doing excercise regularly.
  
 
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   Mary Agib 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Stephanie really helped me with my lower back pain. She also helped with my knee pain and gave me exercises that helped a lot. Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Julia Gao 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I really enjoyed my first visit to Radiant Care today. Stephanie is really good. She not only provided a good treatment for my aching buttock, but also instructed me how to further improve that area by a set of exercises at home. Can’t wait for the following up visits to her.
  
 
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   Mark Rofail 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been to Stephanie multiple times and she helped me through my shoulder pain and got me back on track in no time.
  
 
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   shahina Khan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Went in for a appointment today Stephanie was really nice and welcoming she did an amazing job
  
 
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   johney kalra 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I visited my physiotherapist today for back pain, and I’m already feeling so much better. She was professional, friendly, and truly knew how to address the issue with care. I really appreciate her approach and the relief she provided. Highly recommended!

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MEET THE TEAM

Meet your physiotherapists

Stephanie and Mau both see patients across our Mernda and Reservoir clinics. Click a card to read full bios and book direct.

Stephanie

Director & Senior Physiotherapist

Director and Senior Physiotherapist with almost a decade of experience in person-centred care — working from our Mernda and Reservoir clinics. Special interests in chronic pain, sports injuries, women’s health and balance/vestibular conditions.

Mau

Physiotherapist

Physiotherapist with almost 10 years across private practice, community physio and aged care. Special interests in orthopaedic rehabilitation, chronic disease management and sports injuries.