Helping Newcastle’s hockey players recover and play with confidence

At Up N Adam Performance Training & Physiotherapy, we support field hockey athletes of all ages — from school competitions and junior reps to senior club and state-level players. Hockey is fast, technical, and physically demanding, with frequent sprints, low playing postures, and quick changes of direction. These demands can lead to both overuse and acute injuries, but with targeted physiotherapy you can return to the pitch stronger than before.

Common Hockey Injuries We Treat​

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• Knee ligament injuries (ACL, MCL)

• Ankle sprains and instability

• Groin/adductor strains

• Shin splints and stress injuries

• Lower back pain from crouched posture

• Shoulder or wrist injuries from stick handling and falls

Why Hockey Injuries Happen
 

Hockey combines speed, endurance, and technical movement under load.
 

• Knee injuries often occur during rapid pivots, sudden stops, or collisions.

• Ankle sprains are common when cutting or playing on uneven turf.

• Groin strains develop from repetitive low postures and lateral movements.

• Back pain is linked to sustained crouched positions.

• Upper limb injuries can result from stick clashes or awkward landings.

How We Assess Hockey Players
 

We look beyond the injury to assess strength, movement, and posture demands.
 

• VALD dynamometer: hip/groin strength, quad and calf power.

• NordBord: hamstring testing for sprint resilience.

• ForceDecks: jump and landing analysis to identify asymmetry.

• Hockey-specific screen: posture, hip mobility, and stick-handling stance review.

Treatment & Rehab for Hockey Players
 

Our rehab focuses on restoring movement efficiency and sport readiness.
 

• Manual therapy to restore joint and muscle mobility.

• Hip, groin, and core strengthening for stability in low positions.

• Sprint, agility, and stick-handling drills integrated into return-to-play.

• Conditioning plans to maintain match fitness while recovering.

Preventing Future Injuries & Building Performance
 

We help players move beyond injury to long-term resilience.
 

• Strength and conditioning programs targeting hips, core, and lower limbs.

• Landing and cutting technique training to reduce ligament stress.

• Regular VALD re-testing to track improvements and prevent recurrence.

• Mobility and recovery strategies for back and hips after long training sessions.

Supporting Newcastle’s Hockey Community

From junior school teams and Newcastle District Hockey Association clubs to state-level representatives, we’re proud to support Newcastle’s hockey players in achieving their goals.

Ready to Get Back on the Pitch?

Don’t let injury keep you off the turf this season.
Book your hockey physio session today!

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