Staying on top of growing pain for young athletes Does your child complain of pain at the front of the knee? Or maybe at the heel? These are common presentations in young sportspeople, especially those involved in running, jumping and other high-impact activities and are often seen during growth spurts. They might be able to complete the training but over …

One of the most common injuries in sport is the hamstring strain, as the hamstring muscles are very susceptible to tears and strains in those sports that demand speed and agility. It is the most common injury in AFL and the dreaded ‘ping’ of the hammy has shortened many seasons and even careers. The ‘hamstring’ is actually a group of …