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on deep squats, knee health, performance, and technique so you can train smarter, lift safer, and stop believing outdated gym folklore.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.