What is Running Physiotherapy? Mitcham & Aspendale Gardens, Victoria
Running physiotherapy focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and treating running-related injuries through a detailed assessment of biomechanics, movement patterns, and technique. This allows physiotherapists to develop targeted strategies that boost performance and reduce injury risk.
Whether you're a casual jogger or elite athlete, running physiotherapy can address issues like knee pain, shin splints, and plantar fasciitis, helping you run more efficiently and stay injury-free.
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Our Comprehensive Approach
At Full Speed Performance, we believe in a comprehensive approach to running physiotherapy. This includes addressing not only your immediate pain but also the underlying factors contributing to your injuries.
Our process involves:
- Detailed Analysis: Using advanced tools to assess your biomechanics and identify inefficiencies.
- Custom Treatment Plans: Developing a roadmap to recovery and prevention.
- Holistic Support: Incorporating strength training, mobility exercises, and running program guidance.
Our team employs various techniques, including running analysis, biomechanical assessments, and strength and conditioning exercises, to help you improve your performance and reduce your risk of injury.
Why Choose Us for Running Physiotherapy?
Expert Team: Our highly qualified physiotherapists bring years of experience and a passion for helping runners succeed.
Comprehensive Care: From assessment to recovery, we’re with you every step of the way.
Data-Driven Results: Using advanced tools like video analysis and performance testing, we provide actionable insights.
Holistic Approach: We address not just the symptoms but the root causes of running-related injuries.
Injuries We Treat
Knee Injuries
Shoulder Injury
Spine & Neck
Hip & Groin
Hamstring
Lower Leg
Ankle & Foot
Functional
Special Conditions
Veteran Team That Listens
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Symptom Management
We carefully assess and address your specific pain points and discomfort
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Pathology Understanding
We analyse your injury through detailed assessment and imaging when necessary
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Objective Progress Tracking
We measure your improvement week-by-week using advanced testing technology
Ready to Run Pain-Free?
Don’t let injuries hold you back. Whether aiming for a personal best or recovering from a setback, Full Speed Performance is here to help. Book your running assessment today and take the first step towards pain-free running and peak performance.
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Our physiotherapy team has been trusted by
Our team at Full Speed Performance has supported everyone from elite athletes to everyday individuals, earning the trust of professional sports teams, orthopaedic specialists, and performance coaches. We deliver the same high-quality care to every client, whether you're aiming for peak performance or simply want to move pain-free.
FAQ
A running physiotherapist specialises in biomechanics and injuries specific to runners. They understand the unique demands of running and can provide tailored assessments, treatment plans, and training advice to address your needs effectively. This ensures faster recovery, better performance, and injury prevention.
Running physiotherapy addresses a wide range of injuries, including:
- Runner’s knee
- Shin splints
- Achilles tendinitis
- IT band syndrome
- Stress fractures
- Plantar fasciitis
- Hamstring and hip strains
Our physiotherapists treat the root cause of the problem, ensuring you recover fully and minimise the risk of recurrence.
In most cases, yes. Our physiotherapists aim to keep you active by modifying your running programme to a level that doesn’t aggravate your injury. This approach maintains your fitness while facilitating recovery. However, certain conditions, like stress fractures, may require a temporary pause in running.
A running assessment evaluates your gait, strength, flexibility, and biomechanics to identify inefficiencies or imbalances that may limit your performance. Using advanced tools and video analysis, our physiotherapists provide actionable recommendations to improve your running form, efficiency, and speed while reducing the risk of injury.
Preventing injuries requires a combination of strategies:
- Gradually increase your training volume and intensity.
- Incorporate strength and conditioning exercises targeting your core, hips, and lower limbs.
- Use properly fitted running shoes suitable for your gait and foot type.
- Maintain flexibility with regular stretching and mobility exercises.
- Follow a balanced training plan that includes rest and recovery days. Our physiotherapists can design a customised injury prevention plan to keep you running pain-free and achieving your goals.

