(Alpha Sports Medicine | Running Physio Newport | Ascot Vale | Bacchus Marsh)
Running is one of the most accessible and rewarding forms of exercise — but it’s also one of the most common sources of overuse injuries we see at Alpha Sports Medicine. Whether you’re a casual runner training for your first 5K or preparing for your next marathon, the repetitive nature of running means that small imbalances can lead to pain or injury over time.
That’s where expert running physiotherapy makes all the difference.
Common Running Injuries
Our Sports Physio regularly see’s runners with:
- Runner’s Knee (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome): Dull ache around or behind the kneecap, often worse with stairs or hills.
- ITB Syndrome: Pain on the outside of the knee or thigh that worsens with repetitive flexion.
- Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome): Sharp or aching pain along the inner edge of the shin.
- Achilles Tendinopathy: Pain or stiffness in the back of the ankle, especially with first steps in the morning.
- Plantar Fasciitis: Heel or arch pain that’s worse after rest or in the morning.
- Hamstring or Calf Strains: Sudden pain during sprints, hill runs, or acceleration phases.
Each of these conditions has different causes, but most are linked to load management, muscle weakness, or subtle movement inefficiencies.
Why Choose an Expert Running Physio?
At Alpha Sports Medicine, our running physiotherapists understand what it takes to stay injury-free because they’re runners themselves — with firsthand experience in long-distance training, recovery, and performance optimisation.
This unique insight means your assessment isn’t just about treating pain — it’s about understanding how you move. We love running as much as you do and we want to help you achieve your goals.
Our expert running physio will:
- Complete a detailed running and gait assessment to identify inefficiencies.
- Analyse training load, footwear, and recovery patterns.
- Use hands-on treatment to relieve pain and restore mobility.
- Design a tailored exercise rehab program to strengthen key muscle groups and improve running mechanics.
- Support your gradual return to running with load progression and injury prevention education.
How a Running Physiotherapist Helps
Running physiotherapy is not just for treating injuries — it’s also about prevention and performance.
Through a mix of manual therapy, strength and conditioning, load management, and movement retraining, our team helps runners:
- Recover faster and reduce recurrence of injury
- Improve stride efficiency and joint loading
- Increase strength and stability in key running muscles
- Build resilience for long-term training goals
Our multidisciplinary team of Sports Physios, Osteopaths, and Sports Chiropractors in Newport, Ascot Vale, and Bacchus Marsh collaborate to give you a complete plan — from diagnosis and treatment to return-to-run strategies.
Real Runners. Real Experience. Real Results.
At Alpha Sports Medicine, we know what it feels like to hit the wall, push through training fatigue, and prepare for race day. Our team’s experience running marathons and working with high-level athletes allows us to combine science-based treatment with practical, lived experience — helping you stay strong, balanced, and injury-free.
📍 Book Your Running Physio Assessment
Don’t let injury hold you back from doing what you love. Whether you’re managing a chronic niggle or preparing for an upcoming race, our Running Physio and Sports Physio team at Alpha Sports Medicine can help you get back on track.
Book your running specific appointment today at our Newport, Ascot Vale, or Bacchus Marsh clinics and experience expert, evidence-based care designed for runners.
👉 Run better. Recover smarter. Stay stronger.
