Do we need a GP referral

No, you can book directly. We will liaise with your GP or consultant if that is helpful.

Will my child get treatment in the first session

Yes, where appropriate we start treatment and give a simple plan to follow at home.

Often yes with tweaks. We balance participation and recovery so symptoms settle while fitness is maintained.

Do growth spurts cause pain

Rapid growth changes how tissues handle load. Smart pacing and simple strength usually help a lot.

How much sport is too much

It depends on age, growth stage and total weekly load. We help you set a manageable pattern with rest days and lighter sessions.

What if my child is nervous about treatment

We explain everything first, get consent, and keep things comfortable and child friendly. A parent can be present throughout.

Will taping or insoles help

Sometimes as a short term aid. We use them alongside exercise and phase them out as strength builds.

Paediatric and Adolescent Physiotherapy

Young bodies grow fast, so loads need smart pacing. We assess what is driving your child’s symptoms, explain it in plain English, and start a plan that supports school, sport and daily life. Parents or carers are welcome in every session. Book online to get a clear diagnosis and a practical route forward.

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Common conditions we treat

Paediatric and Adolescent Physiotherapy Newcastle

Growing pains and acute injuries
Growth plate, physeal, injuries
Sever’s disease, heel pain in active children
Spondylolysis or spondylolisthesis in young athletes
Osgood Schlatter’s disease and patellar tendon pain
Sprains, strains and overuse from rapid training increases

How physiotherapy helps

Physiotherapy combines education, load guidance and age appropriate strength and control. We map school and sport demands, then balance training, rest and recovery so symptoms settle while confidence grows. Treatment often includes technique coaching, simple mobility and strength work, and clear steps back to PE, training and competition. Parents receive practical advice so home life supports progress.

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What you might feel

Pain around growth spurts, often after sport or busy days
Activity related ache that settles with rest, then returns with load
Back pain with extension in sport, for example gymnastics, cricket fast bowling
Heel pain after running or jumping, sore to squeeze
Stiffness in the morning or after long sitting at school
A limp, reduced confidence, or avoiding favourite activities

Treatment you can expect

Swelling and pain management where needed
Calf, foot, and hip strength progressions, from simple holds to functional loading
Balance and proprioception work, single leg stance, step, hop and land
Gait coaching, cadence and stride tweaks if useful
Footwear and insole guidance, training plan adjustments
Return to walk, run, and sport progressions with criteria to move each stage
Adjuncts when helpful, for example taping, sports massage, or acupuncture

School, PE and club coordination

With consent, we can share a brief plan with PE staff or coaches. This keeps expectations clear, for example partial participation, skill based roles on heavy days, or rest from high impact drills while loading builds.

Safeguarding and consent

A parent or carer is welcome in all sessions. We follow safeguarding policies, use age appropriate communication, and explain every step before we do it. If anything is unclear, we will pause and talk it through.

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