Swimming Injury? Dive Into Recovery
Shoulder pain, back stiffness, or breaststroker's knee? Get specialist physiotherapy that understands the demands of swimming.
Swimming is a low-impact sport, but the high-volume repetitive movements — especially in the shoulder — make overuse injuries extremely common. Competitive and recreational swimmers alike can develop shoulder pain, back issues, and knee problems that limit their time in the pool. Physiotherapy is essential to address the underlying causes and prevent chronic problems.
Swimming involves thousands of shoulder rotations per session. What starts as mild discomfort during warm-up can progress to a rotator cuff tear if ignored. Early physiotherapy can identify and correct the biomechanical issues driving your pain before they cause structural damage.
Swimming-specific physiotherapy addresses the unique demands of each stroke and helps you maintain your performance while resolving pain.
Don't let pain keep you out of the pool. Free assessment, no GP referral. Expert physio for swimmers.
Frequently asked questions
Should I stop swimming if my shoulder hurts?
Not necessarily. Your physio can advise on stroke modifications and training volume while you recover.
What is swimmer's shoulder?
It's a term for shoulder impingement caused by repetitive overhead movements in swimming. It's very treatable with proper physiotherapy.
Can physio help with breaststroker's knee?
Absolutely. A combination of strengthening, flexibility work, and possible technique modification can resolve it.
Do I need a referral to see a physio?
No. Start directly with Avero Health through our free online assessment.