Sports Physiotherapy & Injury Rehabilitation in Gwelup

Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy provides sports physiotherapy and injury rehabilitation for active individuals and athletes in Gwelup and across Perth’s northern suburbs, including Karrinyup, Stirling, Balcatta, Innaloo and Carine.

We support people involved in recreational sport, gym training and competitive sport with physiotherapy assessment, treatment and structured rehabilitation following injury. Our approach focuses on helping you return to training and activity safely and progressively, based on your individual injury, goals and sporting demands.

Sports physiotherapy services are led by principal physiotherapist Chris Warne, who has over 15 years of experience working with sporting teams across Perth’s northern suburbs and has undertaken additional Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) approved post-graduate training in sports physiotherapy and sports injury rehabilitation. Chris regularly engages in ongoing professional development to ensure rehabilitation approaches remain current and evidence-informed.

Sports Injury Physiotherapy

Sports and exercise-related injuries can affect performance, mobility and confidence with movement. Physiotherapy may assist with the assessment, management and rehabilitation of a wide range of sporting injuries.

We commonly assist with:

  • Muscle strains and ligament sprains
  • Tendon-related injuries
  • Knee, shoulder and ankle injuries
  • Running and gym-related injuries
  • Overuse and training-related pain
  • Post-operative sports rehabilitation

Your physiotherapist will complete a thorough assessment and develop an individualised rehabilitation plan aligned with your sport, position, training demands and activity level.

Sports Rehabilitation & Performance Support

Rehabilitation programs may include:

  • Individualised exercise rehabilitation
  • Strength and conditioning programs
  • Movement and running retraining
  • Return-to-sport planning
  • Taping and strapping where appropriate
  • Injury prevention and load management strategies

Programs are progressed over time based on your recovery, goals and sport-specific demands to support safe and confident return to activity.

Experience Supporting Local Sporting Clubs

Principal physiotherapist Chris Warne has extensive experience providing physiotherapy support to local sporting teams across Perth’s northern suburbs, including:

  • Kingsway Amateur Football Club
  • Stirling Amateur Football Club
  • Northern Redbacks Women’s Soccer Club

This experience helps inform practical rehabilitation planning, load management and return-to-sport guidance for both recreational and competitive athletes.

Sports Physiotherapy in Gwelup & Perth’s Northern Suburbs

Conveniently located within Gwelup Medical Centre, Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy welcomes athletes and active individuals from across Perth’s northern suburbs seeking physiotherapy for sports injuries and rehabilitation.

We aim to provide thorough assessment, structured rehabilitation and practical guidance to support safe return to sport, training and physical activity. Flexible appointment times, including Saturday mornings, are available to help fit around training and competition schedules.

Book a Sports Physiotherapy Appointment

If you have a sports or gym-related injury or would like guidance on rehabilitation and return to activity:

Phone: (08) 9244 8588
Book online: via our website
Email: chris@lakegwelupphysio.com.au

Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy proudly supports patients from Gwelup, Karrinyup, Stirling, Carine, Innaloo, Balcatta and surrounding Perth northern suburbs.

Sports Physiotherapy – FAQs

A: Sports physiotherapy focuses on the assessment, treatment and prevention of sport-related injuries and movement issues, helping athletes return to activity safely and perform at their best.

A: Yes — we treat a wide range of sports injuries including muscle strains, tendon injuries, ligament sprains, joint pain, ACL injuries, shin pain, Achilles issues and overuse conditions.

A: Yes — we offer tailored injury prevention programs including ACL prevention, load management, strength & conditioning and sport-specific training to reduce injury risk and enhance performance.

A: Yes — we design structured return-to-sport and return-to-running programs based on your injury, sport demands and individual goals to ensure a safe and progressive return.

A: Yes — we treat athletes of all levels, from weekend warriors and club players to competitive and elite athletes across multiple sports.

A: Yes — we provide age-appropriate assessment and treatment for children and adolescents with sports injuries, growth-related conditions (e.g., Sever’s, Osgood–Schlatter), and training-related issues.

A: No referral is needed for private physiotherapy. A referral is only required for Medicare CDM/EPC, DVA, Workers’ Compensation or motor vehicle accident claims.

A: You can book online via HealthEngine or HotDoc or call (08) 9244 8588 to schedule your appointment.

For a full and up-to-date list of our fees, please visit our dedicated Pricing page.

Booking your appointment at Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy is quick and easy. You can book online 24/7 via HealthEngine or HotDoc, or contact our friendly team directly on (08) 9244 8588 or by email at chris@lakegwelupphysio.com.au for appointments or enquiries.

For effortless future bookings, we recommend downloading the HealthEngine or HotDoc app and adding Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy and Principal Physiotherapist Chris Warne to your “Care Team” for fast rebooking and appointment reminders.

Comprehensive Physiotherapy Services in Gwelup & Northern Perth | Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy

Manual Therapy & Hands-On Physiotherapy
Functional Strength & Conditioning Programs (Home Exercise Programs & Gym-Based Rehabilitation)
Dry Needling Therapy for Muscle Pain & Injury
Pre-Operative & Post-Operative Physiotherapy Rehabilitation
Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Physiotherapy & Whiplash Rehabilitation
Workers’ Compensation & Workplace Injury Physiotherapy
Vertigo & Vestibular Rehabilitation Physiotherapy
TMJ & Jaw Pain Physiotherapy
NDIS Physiotherapy Services
Hydrotherapy & Aquatic Physiotherapy
Home Visit Physiotherapy & In-Home Rehabilitation
Mobility, Balance & Falls Prevention Programs
Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) Physiotherapy
Sports Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Rehabilitation
Orthotic Assessment, Advice & Prescription
Telehealth Physiotherapy & Online Consultations

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