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Growing pains encompass a range of injuries that occur in the bones, tendons, and muscles of young athletes during periods of rapid growth. These conditions often involve the interaction between the growing bone and the surrounding soft tissues. When young athletes engage in activities such as running, jumping, or kicking, the repetitive movements cause the tendons to exert a pulling force on the growth plate. This constant strain can exceed the capacity of the growing bone and cause micro-injuries to the growth plate. Over time, these micro-injuries can lead to inflammation, resulting in pain and discomfort.

Josh has been offering Golf Physiotherapy at Evado Studios for over three years. He often receives questions about his services and who they are for. This article answers these queries and explains this speciality of physiotherapy we offer at Evado Studios.

Staying well hydrated is incredibly important for recreational and elite athletes, as well as non-exercise goers. The body is made up of approximately 72% water and this water assists with a wide range of chemical reactions that occur throughout the body including those that regulate body temperature, lubricate joints, support metabolism, promote fat burning and most importantly transport nutrients to cells to give you energy.

While some injuries can be unavoidable, training for injury prevention is often neglected in local-level sports. It is important to remember that genetics, anatomy, previous injury history, and the nature of contact sports are non-modifiable factors that can contribute to injury. However, there are many modifiable factors to consider when preparing for a season of sport and considering injury risk. Read on to learn more.