SRDCC – Sandgate Redcliffe District Cricket Club
Sandgate Redcliffe Cricket Club Physio Support
PhysioWorks supports Sandgate Redcliffe District Cricket Club (SRDCC), also known as the Sandgate Redcliffe Gators. Our nearby Sandgate clinic provides sports physiotherapy, injury rehabilitation and exercise support for cricketers of different ages and playing levels.
Whether you are a junior fast bowler, senior player, wicketkeeper, volunteer or supporter, our team can help you understand an injury, manage training loads and work towards your sporting goals.
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Physiotherapy
For pain, injuries, rehabilitation, dizziness, balance concerns and movement problems.
Exercise Physiology
For individual exercise assessment, rehabilitation, strength, balance, bone health and long-term health support.
Massage
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Classes and Specialised Services
Call for Mat Pilates, Better Bones, Balance and Falls Prevention, Hydrotherapy, Bike Fit, Functional Capacity Evaluations or help choosing an appointment.
Quick Guide for SRDCC Players and Families
Your local clinic
Sandgate PhysioWorks, 18 Bowser Parade, Sandgate QLD 4017.
Cricket injury care
Assessment and rehabilitation for bowling, batting, sprinting, throwing and fielding injuries.
Junior cricketers
Advice about growing bodies, bowling workloads and safe progression through cricket.
Return to play
Individual plans to rebuild strength, movement, cricket skills and training tolerance.
Related services
Physiotherapy, exercise physiology and remedial massage, depending on individual needs.
SRDCC benefits
Ask reception about current club-related rates and eligible services.
Your Local Cricket Physio at Sandgate
Sandgate PhysioWorks provides a convenient physiotherapy option for Sandgate Redcliffe Cricket Club players, families and supporters.
Clinic address: 18 Bowser Parade, corner of Rainbow Street, Sandgate QLD 4017.
Reception: 07 3269 1122.
Cricket places varied demands on the body. Fast bowling involves repeated high-load movements through the lower back, trunk and legs. Batting, running between wickets and fielding also require acceleration, rotation, throwing and rapid changes of direction.
Our physiotherapists can assess symptoms, identify factors affecting cricket participation and develop an individual rehabilitation plan. Treatment may include exercise, strength training, movement retraining, workload advice and other appropriate physiotherapy techniques.
For a broader explanation of these injuries, visit our Cricket Injuries – Prevention and Management guide.
When Should a Cricket Player See a Physio?
Consider a physiotherapy assessment when pain or injury affects your cricket participation, particularly if:
- Lower back pain develops during or after bowling.
- Side or abdominal pain affects bowling, batting or trunk rotation.
- Shoulder pain limits throwing or bowling comfort.
- Hamstring, calf or Achilles pain affects running between wickets or fielding.
- An ankle or knee injury causes swelling, limping or reduced confidence.
- Pain improves with rest but returns when training or match demands increase.
- A junior player develops recurring back pain during a growth spurt.
For more information, see Cricket Stress Fracture.
Suspected concussion requires immediate removal from play and appropriate medical assessment. Severe injury, suspected fracture, major deformity or inability to bear weight may require urgent medical care.
Common Cricket Injuries
Cricketers experience both sudden injuries and problems associated with repeated loading. The following guides explain several common presentations.
For detailed injury descriptions and prevention strategies, see our complete cricket injury guide.
Junior Cricketers and Fast Bowling Workloads
Junior players often combine club cricket with school, representative cricket and other sports. During growth spurts, these combined loads can be particularly demanding.
Fast bowlers should follow current age-appropriate Cricket Australia guidance. Coaches and parents should consider total bowling exposure across training, matches and different teams rather than looking at one session in isolation.
Important considerations include:
- Progress bowling loads gradually and allow sufficient recovery.
- Account for school, club and representative bowling sessions.
- Monitor symptoms, fatigue and changes in bowling technique.
- Adjust training during periods of rapid growth.
- Seek assessment for recurring back pain or pain that increases with bowling.
See Cricket Australia’s junior bowling guidance for current age-specific recommendations.
What Happens During a Cricket Physio Appointment?
Your physiotherapist will consider the injury alongside the demands of your role in cricket. An assessment may include:
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Your cricket history
We discuss symptoms, recent training, match schedules, playing position and relevant injury history.
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Movement and physical assessment
Your physiotherapist assesses relevant movement, strength, joint function and loading tolerance.
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An individual treatment plan
Management may include advice, targeted exercises, strength training and hands-on treatment where appropriate.
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Progression towards cricket
Rehabilitation is adjusted as you build capacity for running, throwing, batting, bowling and fielding.
When appropriate and with your consent, your physiotherapist may communicate relevant training recommendations to your coach, parent or other treating practitioner.
Returning to Training and Match Play
A cricket rehabilitation plan should reflect the injury, healing requirements, physical capacity and demands of the player’s position.
Returning to cricket may involve progressive running, throwing, batting, bowling and fielding. Some injuries require additional strength, movement or sport-specific testing before full participation.
Importantly, being pain-free during daily activities does not always mean a player is ready for full cricket workloads.
Your physiotherapist can help plan and adjust your return using relevant clinical findings, progress and cricket demands.
Sandgate Redcliffe Cricket Club Player and Family Benefits
PhysioWorks offers club-related reduced rates on eligible services for Sandgate Redcliffe Cricket Club players, families and supporters.
Please mention your SRDCC connection when booking or speaking with Sandgate reception. Our team can confirm current eligibility, participating services and the applicable rate.
Depending on the current club arrangement and your clinical needs, relevant services may include:
- Sports physiotherapy for cricket-related pain and injuries.
- Remedial massage for muscle soreness and tension.
- Exercise-based rehabilitation and strength progression.
Dry needling may be considered as part of physiotherapy when clinically appropriate. It is not presented here as a separate appointment type or automatic club benefit.
Cricket Australia Injury Insurance
Eligible registered cricket participants may have access to personal injury cover through Cricket Australia’s National Club Risk Protection Program.
Coverage depends on the current policy, eligibility, activity and claim conditions. Do not assume that all physiotherapy, imaging or medical expenses are covered.
Before relying on insurance benefits, check the current policy information and claims process:
- Cricket Australia National Club Risk Protection Program
- Marsh Cricket Australia insurance information
For assistance with appropriate clinical documentation, discuss your requirements with Sandgate reception and your treating physiotherapist.
Medical and Imaging Referrals
Some cricket injuries require further medical investigation or specialist input.
When appropriate, your physiotherapist may recommend medical review, discuss imaging options or help coordinate rehabilitation with your treating doctor.
Young fast bowlers with suspected lumbar bone stress injuries need particularly careful assessment and return-to-bowling planning.
Sandgate Redcliffe Cricket Club FAQs
Where should SRDCC players book physiotherapy?
Sandgate PhysioWorks is at 18 Bowser Parade, Sandgate. Players can use the Sandgate booking options on this page or call reception on 07 3269 1122.
Do SRDCC players and families receive a discount?
Club-related reduced rates may apply to eligible services. Mention your SRDCC connection when booking, and reception can confirm the current benefits and conditions.
Should a junior fast bowler keep bowling with back pain?
No. Stop bowling and arrange prompt physiotherapy or medical assessment. Bowling-related back pain in adolescents can indicate a bone stress injury and should not be ignored.
Can physiotherapy help with returning to cricket?
Physiotherapy can help assess readiness, guide rehabilitation and plan a gradual return to running, throwing, bowling, batting and fielding. Progression depends on the injury and individual assessment.
Does cricket insurance cover physiotherapy?
Some eligible expenses may be covered under the current Cricket Australia insurance arrangements. Check the policy and claim requirements with Cricket Australia and Marsh before assuming cover.
Useful Cricket Resources
References and Further Reading
- Cricket Australia. Junior Pace Bowling Guidelines.
- Cricket Australia. National Club Risk Protection Program.
- Marsh. Cricket Australia Insurance Information.
- Orchard JW and colleagues. Management of lumbar bone stress injury in cricket fast bowlers and other athletes. South African Journal of Sports Medicine.
Book Your Sandgate Cricket Physio Appointment
Whether you have a new injury, recurring cricket pain or questions about returning to training, the Sandgate PhysioWorks team can help you identify an appropriate next step.
SRDCC players, families and supporters: mention your club connection so reception can confirm any current partnership benefits.
Choose your appointment option below or call 07 3269 1122 for assistance.
Choose Your Sandgate Appointment
Select a service below. Online booking opens in a new tab.
Physiotherapy
For pain, injuries, rehabilitation, dizziness, balance concerns and movement problems.
Exercise Physiology
For individual exercise assessment, rehabilitation, strength, balance, bone health and long-term health support.
Massage
Book a massage appointment with Ashish Shrestha at PhysioWorks Sandgate.
Classes and Specialised Services
Call for Mat Pilates, Better Bones, Balance and Falls Prevention, Hydrotherapy, Bike Fit, Functional Capacity Evaluations or help choosing an appointment.
