Running Physio Newcastle – Expert Injury Treatment & Performance Testing

Trail running between Mt Hotham & Mt Feathertop at the Up N Adam Bright Running Training Camp 2025

At Up N Adam Performance Training & Physiotherapy in Newcastle, we help runners of all levels – from parkrun and trail enthusiasts to marathoners and ultra-athletes – recover from injury, build strength, and perform at their best.

If you’re battling pain when running, frustrated with recurring injuries, or want to prevent future setbacks, our team uses cutting-edge testing technology and proven rehab methods to get you back on track.

Book your Running Injury Assessment today and take the first step towards pain-free running.

Why Newcastle Runners Trust Us

1. Running expertise – We specialise in the biomechanics and load demands of running.

2. Objective testing – Using VALD ForceDecks, NordBord and Dyno, we measure strength, symmetry, and deficits you can’t see with the naked eye.

3. Performance focus – Rehab isn’t just about pain relief. We rebuild strength, running economy, and resilience.

4. Local runners, local results – Proudly supporting Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and Hunter Region running communities.

Common Running Injuries We Treat

Running is one of the most rewarding sports, but it also places high repetitive loads on the body. Here are the injuries we see most often:

• Shin Splints Physio Newcastle – Progressive strengthening, gait correction, and load management to get you back running sooner.

• Achilles Tendinopathy – Combining eccentrics, load management, and VALD monitoring to restore strength and reduce flare-ups.

• Runner’s Knee (ITB Syndrome) – Identifying weak glutes and movement patterns that drive irritation.

• Plantar Fasciitis – Tailored foot strengthening, arch support strategies, and loading programs.

• Hamstring & Calf Strains – NordBord and ForceDeck testing to guide safe return-to-run protocols.

• Piriformis Pain - Activate & strengthen under-performing glutes & posterior chain.

• Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy (PHT) - VALD Testing, Gluteal recruitment strategies & hip rotator cuff strengthening

Click on each condition to learn more about our targeted treatment approach.

How We Treat Runners

We follow a structured process designed for Newcastle’s running community:

• Step 1: Comprehensive Running Assessment

Running history, load review, VALD strength testing, and gait analysis.

• Step 2: Personalised Injury Plan

Evidence-focussed treatment plus exercise plan.

• Step 3: Performance Rebuild

Strength and conditioning tailored for runners, plus return-to-run programming.

• Step 4: Future-Proofing

Preventative screening, load management education, and ongoing performance testing.

Local Running Community Connections

We proudly support runners across:

• Newcastle & Lake Macquarie parkruns

• Trail running groups in the Hunter Region

• Events like Hill to Harbour, UTA, Ironman

Our clinic is Newcastle’s hub for evidence-focussed, performance-driven physiotherapy for runners.

FAQs

What’s the best physio for running injuries in Newcastle?

Up N Adam Performance Training & Physiotherapy specialises in running biomechanics, injury rehab, and performance testing, with a focus on Newcastle’s local running community.

How long will it take to run again after injury?

Recovery depends on the injury and training history, but our structured testing and progressive loading ensure a safe and timely return.

Do you use gait analysis and strength testing?

Yes. We use VALD ForceDecks, NordBord and treadmill video analysis to identify deficits and guide treatment.

Can physio help prevent running injuries?

Absolutely. Our screenings identify weaknesses early, so you can strengthen and avoid repeat injuries.

Final Call to Action

• Ready to run pain-free?

• Don’t let injury hold you back.

You can book an appointment with Darren or Newcastle Knights Physiotherapists Katie or Hayd'n at www.upnadamptphysio.com .

Bookings also available on our website for the following services at Up N Adam Performance Training & Physiotherapy:

• Dietitian - Sweat testing, weight-loss or to optimise your training nutrition / fuelling www.nutrientnation.com.au

• VO2 Max testing with Lucas McBeath - to discover more effective ways to train efficiently www.flowitri.com.au

• Strength & Conditioning Programs with Adam Clarke - contact us or book via the website or email us at upnadamptphysio@gmail.com

• Remedial Massage with Katheryn Rodgers - to relieve accumulative muscle tension & keep you training well.

• CycleFit by Physiotherapist Dean Waterman - At Up N Adam, for all your bike fitting solutions www.cyclefitphysio.com