Tried physio before and it didn’t work? This blog breaks down why rehab often fails, what generic physio really looks like, and how to choose a provider that won’t waste your time or money.

A confronting deep dive into the long standing culture of ankle taping in AFL and why it often does more harm than good. This blog explains what the research really says, from reduced muscle activation to fading mechanical support, and lays out exactly what players need instead: strength, proprioception and genuine high performance conditioning. Perfect for athletes and coaches ready to break the taping habit and build real ankle resilience.

A raw, honest and evidence informed look at why tennis elbow becomes so debilitating and why many common treatments, especially shockwave therapy, fail to deliver results. This blog speaks directly to the frustrations of everyday people living with elbow pain and explains what truly works: progressive loading, tendon capacity building and smart rehab instead of passive quick fixes.

A provocative deep dive into why the diagnosis “shoulder impingement” isn’t supported by modern research. This blog unpacks the evidence, challenges outdated clinical narratives and explains what really drives shoulder pain. A must read for anyone who’s ever been told a bone is “pinching” a tendon.

A straight talking, myth busting breakdown of plantar fasciitis that finally tells the general public the truth. This blog cuts through the confusion, debunks outdated advice and gives clear, practical steps anyone can follow to calm symptoms, rebuild foot strength and get back to pain free walking and running. Perfect for people fed up with chronic heel pain and ready for real answers.

A deep dive into the science of cross education, the phenomenon where training one limb strengthens the other. Backed by a 2024 systematic review, this article explains how neural adaptations can accelerate rehabilitation, challenge outdated “just rest it” advice and empower injured patients to keep training smarter. Ideal for athletes, everyday gym goers and clinicians wanting to stay ahead of the curve.

This in-depth article breaks down the modern, phase-based approach to ACL rehabilitation, explaining why successful recovery depends on meeting objective criteria rather than following outdated time-based protocols. It highlights the crucial role of prehabilitation before surgery, the importance of strength and movement milestones, and how athletes can safely return to sport with reduced re-injury risk. Perfect for patients navigating an ACL injury and wanting to understand exactly what a high-quality rehab journey should look like.

A hard-hitting breakdown of why hamstring strains keep coming back and what the research says about stopping the cycle for good. This blog explains the real reason behind recurring hamstring injuries and reveals why most people return to sport long before their muscle has biologically healed. Learn the practical steps that actually protect your hamstrings and how to rebuild strong, resilient tissue that won’t tear again.

Deep squats have long been blamed for knee pain, cartilage damage, and everything short of global warming. But a new scoping review in Frontiers in Sports and Active Living paints a very different picture. This article breaks down the evidence on deep squats, knee health, performance, and technique so you can train smarter, lift safer, and stop believing outdated gym folklore.

From couch to competition, pre-season can make or break your year. Learn the top five mistakes athletes make (and how to fix them) from the Head Physio of the Southport Sharks VFL team.

Recovery isn’t just about your body. It starts in your head. Learn how evidence-backed strategies like goal setting, positive self-talk, and mental imagery can speed up recovery, build confidence, and help you return to sport stronger than before.

Taking the first step toward recovery or peak performance can feel daunting, but it shouldn’t. In our first blog, we walk you through exactly what happens in your first physio session at Human Performance Lab Physiotherapy. From personalised assessments and strength testing to tailored rehab plans, this post shows how we go beyond quick fixes to deliver results that last.