Mobilising soft tissues is often used once it is “safe “to encourage increased blood flow through the damaged tissue. It varies from a lighter form to aid swelling removal, to more intensive, deeper myofascial release techniques to reduce tightness and spasm.

RICE ( rest, ice, compression and elevation ), electrotherapy ( ultrasound and interferential ), acupuncture and Kinesio Taping can all be utilized in the early stages of the inflammatory process – the aim being to reduce internal bleeding into the damaged tissue as much as possible.

Moving and gliding joints to stretch shortened/stiffened joint and ligament structures to restore normal movement to the affected joints. This allows the joint to retain the movement and flexibility necessary for your return to sport.

High Velocity Technique to restore spinal joint movement. Joints that require this approach can cause significant pain and restriction of movement – the effect of the manipulation can be immediate.

This is the brightly coloured tape you may have seen on athletes on TV.  A flexible tape that uses its recoil effect to inhibit or stimulate muscle action. It will improve movement function, reduce pain and bruising.  Applied INCORRECTLY, kinesio tape could cause further damage.  AHS has several Physiotherapists trained in the correct application of KT.

The insertion of needles into acupuncture points to stimulate the bodies natural healing systems, getting you on the paddock or court quicker!

The use of acupuncture needles to release trigger points that form in muscles that cannot function normally due to poor movement patterns or in response to pain.

The use of acupuncture needles to create a neuromuscular reaction resulting in a healing response and muscle release.

J apanese Acupuncture following Manaka Protocols to move energy and normalise systems within the body. Suitable for most conditions affecting the body.

A   technique using suction cups to encourage an increase in blood flow to the damaged tissue to aid healing and break down adhesions and swelling in the area.  It looks worse than it feels!!