At Complete. Physio Exercise Performance, we understand the unique physical demands rowing places on your body. Whether you’re a competitive rower or just starting, our expert team is here to help you recover quickly, prevent future injuries, and enhance your performance on the water.
Rowing is a repetitive, full-body activity requiring strength, endurance, and flexibility. Unfortunately, the repetitive nature of rowing can lead to overuse injuries, including:
Cause: Prolonged flexion during rowing or inadequate core strength.
Symptoms: Dull ache or sharp pain, often aggravated by bending or prolonged sitting.
Cause: Excessive loading, muscle weakness, or biomechanics during the drive phase.
Symptoms: Pain in the front of the knee, worsened by squatting or climbing stairs.
Cause: Inadequate strength, overuse of grip muscles, or handle technique.
Symptoms: Pain and stiffness, particularly in the morning or after rowing.
Cause: Repeated stress on the rib cage from the pulling motion.
Symptoms: Localised pain on deep breaths or torso rotation.
Cause: Inadequate strength or scapular control.
Symptoms: Pain during and after rowing activities.
At Complete. Physio Exercise Performance, we combine evidence-based care with a personalised approach to ensure optimal recovery and performance. If you’re struggling with a rowing injury or looking to improve your performance, book a consultation today. We’re here to help you get back in the water.
Our physiotherapists have extensive experience in managing rowing injuries. During your initial session, we conduct a comprehensive assessment to identify the root cause of your symptoms and contributing factors such as technique or strength imbalances.
We use proven manual therapy techniques to alleviate pain, reduce stiffness, and restore normal joint function.
Our individualised rehab plans focus on strengthening possible muscle weaknesses, improving flexibility, and addressing biomechanical inefficiencies. You’ll also receive tailored advice to modify your rowing technique or training program.
Our Clinical Pilates and performance-focused exercise programs are ideal for rowers. These sessions improve body awareness, enhance control, and prevent future injuries.
Rowing places specific demands on your body, and managing your training load is key to avoiding overuse injuries. We collaborate with coaches to ensure your load management is optimised.
We guide your safe return to rowing with a step-by-step approach, incorporating progressive loading and sport-specific drills.
