5 Common footy Injuries in children & adolescents

Sports injuries in children and adolescents are common but can be managed quickly and affectively by our Osteopaths.

5 Common footy injuries in children and adolescents

Joint Sprains - Occurs when the ligaments supporting the joint are over stretched or torn.

Osgood-Schlatter Disease - Pain and swelling in the growth plate below the kneecap.

Sever’s Disease - Pain and swelling in the growth plate in the heel bone.

Shin Splints - Inflammation of the muscles, tendons, and bone tissue around your shinbone. Pain typically occurs along the inner border of the shin.

Muscle Strains - The stretching or tearing of muscle fibers when the muscle has been stretched beyond its limits

How our Osteos can help

Osteopath’s can assist in a variety ways which can include but are not limited too;

• Decreasing muscular tension

• Increasing joint movement

• Technique and movement analysis

• Guidance on stretching and exercise prescription

• Taping / strapping to deload tendons and stabilise joints