Climbing Physiotherapy
Climb strong, recover stronger
Rock climbing is a demanding sport requiring a balance of strength, mobility, endurance, power, technique and mental awareness! It is a
great all around activity for both beginners and those with advanced skills trying to progress their climbing to that next
level. Physiotherapy provides you with evidence based treatment methods and advice to manage your condition - ensuring you're on
the path to recovery for ongoing pain-free climbing!

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Experienced Clinicians – Our team has worked with climbers of all skill levels and disciplines.
Evidence-Based Care – We use the latest research and clinical guidelines to inform your treatment.
Holistic Approach – We consider your lifestyle, goals, and wellbeing—not just your injury.
Supportive Environment – We take the time to listen, educate, and support you every step of the way.
Why is Physiotherapy important for climbers?
Climbing physiotherapy focuses on assessing, diagnosing, and treating disorders affecting your body that may stop you for climbing higher and stronger. Climbers can suffer from a great variety of injuries and aches and pains throughout the body and high impact and training loads mean recovery is just as important.
Common climbing conditions include:
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Our approach is hands-on and tailored to your needs, ensuring you not only recover but also gain the knowledge and tools to prevent future
issues.
What to Expect
Your journey begins with a thorough assessment where we listen to your concerns, examine your movement, and identify the root cause of your symptoms. Your physiotherapist will then design a personalised treatment plan that may include:
- Joint mobilisations and manual therapy including massage, cupping, or dry needling
- Tailored exercise prescription
- Strength and flexibility training with the option for clinical exercise therapy
- Postural correction and movement education
- Taping or bracing if needed
- Shockwave therapy
- Guidance for self-management at home, training and competition
We focus not just on symptom relief, but on empowering you to return to the activities you love—stronger and more confident than before.