Adolescents
As children grow through their teenage years, their bodies undergo rapid changes affecting strength, coordination, posture, and overall movement patterns. Whether they’re adjusting to growth spurts, recovering from injuries, or aiming for peak performance in sports, physiotherapy for adolescents plays a vital role in keeping them strong, mobile, and pain-free.
Why Teenagers May Need Physiotherapy
Sports Injuries and Performance
Teen athletes whether competitive or recreational can experience injuries such as sprains, muscle strains, and joint pain. Physiotherapy helps with:
Injury recovery through targeted rehabilitation.
Injury prevention via proper technique, mobility and strengthening programs.
Performance enhancement with tailored exercises to optimise movement and boost athletic ability.
Posture and Movement Efficiency
Poor posture often develops due to:
Growth-related changes
Prolonged sitting (school, devices)
Repetitive activities
Structural imbalances
Over time, these issues can lead to pain, discomfort, and reduced mobility. Physiotherapists address these concerns by:
Identifying underlying causes
Creating personalised treatment plans
Using hands-on therapy, corrective exercises, and education to restore healthy movement patterns
Changes to posture can also be a sign of idiopathic scoliosis. See here for more information and to book a free scoliosis screen.
Hypermobility
Some adolescents experience joint hypermobility, where joints move beyond the normal range. This can cause:
Pain
Instability
Frequent sprains
Physiotherapy provides strength-building strategies to stabilise joints and improve movement control.
Rehabilitation and Recovery
After surgery, major injuries, or chronic pain, physiotherapy offers structured support to:
Restore mobility
Rebuild strength
Prevent future complications
Looking for Adolescent Physiotherapy?
If your teenager is experiencing pain, recovering from an injury, or wants to improve sports performance, book an appointment with one of our qualified physiotherapist today. Early intervention can make a big difference in their health and confidence.