10 Oct

Sports Coverage

Sports are our passion! Our sports coverage services are a key contributor to our vision of the Central Coast feeling well, moving well and performing well! Our Physiotherapists provide team coverage to a range of clubs and elite sporting teams. We have provided coverage services for: Sports coverage is a 100% customizable service where we […]

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29 Jul

The Benefits of Plyometric Exercises

Have you ever wondered how you can benefit from plyometric exercises or what they are? Have you been caught asking yourself any of the following: • How do I jump higher in volleyball? • How do I jump higher in basketball? • How do I run faster? What about this one – how do I […]

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29 Sep

How to Prevent Shin Splints | The Runner’s Guide

Our Top Tips on How to Prevent Shin Splints Are you a runner? Do you feel you may be suffering from shin splints? Shin splints involve pain below the knee on the front or inside of the leg, and are often characterised by a dull or aching pain. Shin splints are very prevalent in runners […]

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25 Feb

Can’t find the time to workout? TABATA!

The New Year… Christmas is a time to relax, spend time with family and eat copious amounts of gourmet meals and snacks. Combining this with a busy month of gatherings, set ups and preparations; it becomes very hard to find the time to exercise. The issue with this is it then creates a cycle of […]

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21 Jan

I’ve dislocated my finger, what now, and when can I play again?

Following up from my recent blog “Its not just a ‘jarred’ finger” https://coastsport.com.au/its-not-just-a-jarred-finger/, I wanted to discuss when it is appropriate to get back into sports, especially ball sports after a finger dislocation. Getting back as quickly as possible is always the aim, but when is it appropriate to return? A dislocation is when the joint […]

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06 Jan

Understanding Jarred Finger Injuries: Beyond the Common ‘Knock’

In the world of ball sports, finger injuries are not just common; they’re almost a rite of passage. From the cricket pitches to the netball courts, and across the rugged footy fields, these injuries are as varied as the sports themselves.  Yet, the humble ‘jarred finger,’ often underestimated, can be more than just a temporary […]

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30 Dec

Thoracic Rotation and Why It’s Important!

Do you have difficulty lifting your arms over head? Have trouble moving your neck? Have soreness throwing a ball? Can’t swim as fast as you previously could?  All these activities can be affected and limited by a lack of thoracic rotation. We want a mobile thoracic spine, particularly for rotation and in turn, extension. If […]

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25 Nov

What is that pain in my shoulder?

Book in with one of our Physiotherapists to learn more about rotator cuff related shoulder pain!   Book an appointment online!  

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18 Nov

Is this the best protein for young athletes?

Book in with Coast Sport Dietitian Jo Allan today by clicking the button below!   Book an appointment online!  

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11 Nov

It’s Getting Hot in Here

If you do succumb to the heat, what should you do? Heat cramps, dizziness and fainting, heat exhaustion and heat stroke can all be caused by dehydration. If any of the above do occur, it is important that the activity is ceased and you move to q cool, quiet place. Increase your fluid intake and […]

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