Surf Sports Injury Mangement.
Sports Physiotherapy services by clubbies, for clubbies.
At SurfEdge Sports Physiotherapy we provide comprehensive care tailored specifically for athletes involved in surf sports.
Our team of experienced physiotherapists has a proven track record at the pinnacle of surf lifesaving, including expertise in injury management at prestigious Australian and world championships.
We understand the unique physical demands and challenges faced by competitors in events like flags, beach sprints, surf ski, surf paddle, surf boats, IRB racing and Iron events
We are committed to enhancing performance, preventing injuries, and facilitating recovery.
Our Commitment
At SurfEdge, surf lifesaving is more than a sport. It’s a community we’re proud to be part of and a field we’re deeply invested in. We treat athletes at every stage of their journey, from enthusiastic Nippers just starting out to elite competitors performing at the highest level. Our approach begins with a comprehensive assessment to understand your medical history, training load, previous injuries, and current physical condition. This includes functional movement screening and postural analysis to identify imbalances, movement restrictions, or weaknesses that may impact performance or increase injury risk.
When injuries occur, we provide prompt, evidence-based care for sprains, strains, overuse injuries, and more. Our rehabilitation programs are tailored to your goals and the specific demands of surf lifesaving. These may include targeted strength and mobility work, proprioceptive and balance training, and the use of VALD dynamometry to measure and monitor strength and recovery objectively.
To help you perform at your best, we develop personalised training programs that build strength, endurance, agility, and mobility specific to your events. Whether you're sprinting on the sand, paddling a ski, or taking on the Ironman, we target the muscle groups and movement patterns that matter most. Our endurance training strategies are shaped by a clear understanding of the physical challenges unique to surf lifesaving.
Injury prevention is a key part of our service. We offer education, workshops, and practical tools to help you warm up properly, refine your technique, and manage training loads effectively. Through biomechanical analysis, we assess and fine-tune your movement in and out of the surf to reduce injury risk and improve efficiency.
Our treatment techniques include manual therapy, joint mobilisation, soft tissue and myofascial release, dry needling, acupuncture, taping, and bracing. Each approach is carefully chosen to relieve pain, promote healing, and support your return to full activity.
We continue to support you beyond the treatment room with regular check-ins, open communication, and a strong emphasis on collaboration. We also remain active in the surf lifesaving community through clinics, education sessions, and partnerships with local clubs. By staying informed through the latest research and listening to feedback from athletes, we keep evolving our care to meet the real-world needs of surf lifesaving competitors of all levels.
