Keeping Newcastle’s footballers on the pitch and performing at their best

At Up N Adam Performance Training & Physiotherapy, we treat soccer players of all levels — from juniors in community comps to senior NPL and social league players. Soccer is fast, explosive, and full of sprints, tackles, and changes of direction. That intensity makes it one of the most injury-prone sports, but with the right physio care, you can recover stronger and reduce your risk of future setbacks.

Common Soccer Injuries We Treat​

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• Hamstring strains and tears

• Groin/adductor pain

• ACL and knee ligament injuries

• Ankle sprains and instability

• Quadriceps strains

• Overuse injuries (shin splints, patellar tendinopathy)

Why Soccer Injuries Happen
 

Soccer combines repeated sprinting, kicking, and physical contact — all at high speed.
 

• Knee injuries occur during sudden pivots, cutting, and landing from jumps.

• Hamstring strains often come from rapid accelerations or long sprints.

• Groin/adductor injuries are linked to powerful kicking and twisting.

• Ankle sprains are frequent in tackles or uneven landings.

How We Assess Soccer players
 

We use testing and movement screens that reflect the demands of the game.
 

• NordBord: hamstring strength and sprint resilience.

• VALD dynamometer: groin/adductor strength, quadriceps power.

• ForceDecks: jump height, landing mechanics, and asymmetry.

• Agility drills: change-of-direction control and deceleration technique.

Treatment & Rehab for Soccer injuries
 

Our soccer rehab is tailored to your position, competition schedule, and goals.
 

• Manual therapy to restore mobility and ease pain.

• Hamstring, groin, and quad strengthening for sprinting and kicking power.

• Agility ladder, cone drills, and resisted sprinting to rebuild movement confidence.

• Return-to-play progressions including sprint intervals, ball drills, and small-sided match simulations.

Preventing Future Injuries & Building Performance
 

We don’t just treat injuries — we help players perform at their peak.
 

• FIFA 11+ injury-prevention program coaching.

• Sprint mechanics training to reduce hamstring risk.

• Strength and conditioning for speed, endurance, and power.

• Ongoing VALD monitoring to track groin and hamstring balance.

Supporting Newcastle’s Soccer Community
 

From junior NPL academies and Newcastle Olympic FC players to social comps across Lake Macquarie, we’re proud to support soccer athletes at every level.

Ready to Get Back on the Field?

Don’t let injury keep you sidelined this season- book your injury assessment today!

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