A Local Athlete’s Shoulder Recovery Journey
Athletes in Rydalmere, Parramatta, West Ryde, Dundas, and Ermington often experience shoulder pain from overhead movements, contact sports, or repetitive strain.
Meet Alex (name changed for privacy), a weekend rugby player from Parramatta, who struggled with chronic shoulder pain that affected training, work, and daily life.
Initial Assessment & Diagnosis
At our Rydalmere clinic, Alex underwent a thorough physiotherapy assessment:
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Pain evaluation and history taking
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Range of motion and strength testing
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Postural analysis
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Screening for red flags
Diagnosis: rotator cuff tendinopathy with scapular dysfunction – a common sports-related shoulder issue in local athletes.
Tailored Recovery Plan
1. Manual Therapy & Pain Relief
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Soft tissue mobilisation to reduce pain
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Joint mobilisation to restore shoulder mobility
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Recovery support with infrared sauna
2. Exercise-Based Rehabilitation
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Rotator cuff strengthening and scapular stabilisation
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Gym-based progressive load exercises to safely return to sport
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Functional drills for rugby-specific movements
3. Posture & Technique Corrections
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Desk ergonomics for work in Parramatta CBD
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Shoulder mechanics coaching to prevent re-injury
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Education for training and recovery at home
The Outcome
After 8 weeks of physiotherapy:
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Alex regained full shoulder range of motion
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Strength returned to pre-injury levels
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Pain-free training resumed in Rydalmere, Parramatta, and West Ryde
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Confident return to competitive rugby with ongoing preventive exercises
Rydalmere Physiotherapy: Supporting Your Recovery
Our clinic supports athletes and active adults from Rydalmere, Parramatta, West Ryde, Dundas, Silverwater, and Ermington with personalised recovery plans:
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Evidence-based manual therapy and exercise rehab
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Advanced tools including force plates and gym-based assessments
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Education for long-term injury prevention and performance enhancement
Take Action Today
Don’t let shoulder pain hold you back. Book a consultation at our Rydalmere physiotherapy clinic and start your personalised recovery journey — whether for sport, work, or daily life.
