Blog · Deborah Bateson · 11 November 2024
Rehabilitation
Football: ankles, knees and the Sunday league
Deborah Bateson on 5-a-side injuries — the ones that wait until Monday to swell.
Symptoms and what they can mean
A tackle, a twist, a calf that tightens in extra time. Pride delays the ice. Swelling arrives at work.
What we can do in clinic
Assess, protect, then load. Return to kicking is a criterion, not a vibe. Shockwave is for selected tendons, not a magic stud.
Red flags and when to see your GP
Head injury, suspected fracture, or a joint that looks wrong — urgent care.
This article is general information for people considering care at Health at Hart in Hartley Wintney. It is not a diagnosis, a prescription, or a promise of outcome. If you have sudden, severe or unexplained symptoms — including chest pain, unexplained weight loss, night pain, bowel or bladder changes, or a new neurological problem — seek urgent medical advice (NHS 111 or 999). UK osteopaths are regulated by the General Osteopathic Council. Counsellors named here are BACP-registered where stated. Always check with your GP or insurer if you are unsure whether a treatment is appropriate for you.
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