Understanding Knee Injuries in Soccer

Soccer is a dynamic sport that requires quick changes in direction, powerful kicks, and explosive sprints. Unfortunately, these movements put significant stress on the knee joint, increasing the risk of injury.

Dr Nat (Osteopath) Assessing soccer player with knee injury.

Common Knee Injuries in Soccer:

✅ ACL Tears – Often caused by sudden direction changes, stops, or awkward landings.
✅ Meniscus Tears – Result from twisting motions while bearing weight.
✅ Patellar Tendinopathy ("Jumper’s Knee") – Develops from repetitive stress on the knee.
✅ MCL/LCL Sprains – Caused by direct contact or overstretching of the knee ligaments.
✅ Knee Contusions – Hard impacts during tackles or falls.

Why Soccer Players Need More Than Just Rest

While rest is important, it’s not enough for a full recovery. Many traditional rehab approaches focus only on isolated knee strengthening, which doesn't fully prepare your body for the complex movements of soccer.

At Mixed Osteo, we go beyond basic rehab. We use:
🔹 Functional Manual Reaction (FMR) – Hands-on treatment that improves movement efficiency.
🔹 Applied Functional Science (AFS) – Rehab that mimics real soccer movements to retrain your body.
🔹 Strength & Conditioning Programs – To reduce re-injury risk and improve performance.

How Mixed Osteo Can Help You Recover & Perform Better

1️⃣ Comprehensive Assessment: We analyse your movement patterns to find the true cause of your pain.
 2️⃣ Hands-On Osteopathy: FMR techniques to restore mobility and function.
 3️⃣ Sport-Specific Rehab: Exercises tailored to the demands of soccer.
 4️⃣ Return-to-Play Programs: Gradual progressions to ensure you’re ready to get back on the field safely.

⚡ Don’t let knee pain keep you off the field! Book an appointment today at Mixed Osteo in Kensington, Victoria.