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How Front Runner Physio can help cricketers

Having worked alongside Cricket Australia managing the rehabilitation of international cricketers, as well as WACA & community players, our physiotherapists understand the technical demands of batting, bowling and fielding.

Cricket places unique demands on the body, from the explosive actions of fast bowling and batting to the repetitive stresses of fielding and throwing. These movements often lead to overuse injuries, muscle strains, and joint issues in the back, shoulders, and lower limbs.

Meet your cricket experts

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    Steve Gravina

    SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPIST

    Having worked with Australian cricketers to manage their rehabilitation and served as the team physiotherapist for the Western Australian women’s cricket team, Steve brings practical and over 20 years of clinical experience to his practice.

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    Luke Parker

    PHYSIOTHERAPIST

    Former track & field athlete and coach with a special interest in lumbar bone stress injury rehabilitation in both athletics and cricket. 

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    Phoebe Freeman

    SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPIST

    One of WA’s leading experts in concussion management across all sporting codes. Current lead physiotherapist at WAIS, as well as part-time involvement with the West Coast Fever netball team.

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Our approach

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    Injury assessment, treatment & rehabilitation

    Comprehensive clinical assessments, targeted treatment, and structured rehabilitation guide players from initial injury through to full return-to-play, reducing recurrence and optimising performance.

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    Injury prevention and baseline testing

    Functional screening and VALD Forcedecks technology establish performance benchmarks, identify risk factors, and inform safe, data-driven return-to-play decisions.

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    Strength & conditioning integration

    Cricket-specific programs to build strength, resilience, mobility and speed, ensuring players are physically prepared for the repeated speed, power & agility, and endurance demands of cricket.

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    Running & conditioning support

    Tailored off-season and pre-season running programs enhance capacity, while cricket-specific conditioning prepares athletes for the high-intensity demands of competition.

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