Field Based Rehabilitation
The transition from your gym based rehabilitation to the field is essential to optimise your return to play and performance post any injury.
Our field based rehabilitation sessions are conducted at the Hangar clinic (Tullamarine) on the pristine ovals used by the Essendon Football Club and Western United Soccer Club.
Who are these sessions suitable for?
- Running fast
- Change of direction mechanics
- Skills
- Jump and land
- Acceleration / deceleration
- Confidence
- Tailored warm up & coaching specific to your injury
- Ball based skill work
- Agility and change of direction drills (when the athlete is deemed ready)
- Speed & acceleration progressions
- Cardiovascular fitness
- Jump & landing progressions
- Much more pending your injury & stage of rehabilitation
The sessions are specifically tailored to the individual and their injury. We see our field based sessions as a true necessity for any ACL (knee) injury, longer term ankles & soft tissue injuries.
Book Online – Bookings are essential
Investment: $48 per session (private health rebates apply).
*Reduced rate for bulk booking sessions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is field-based rehabilitation?
Field-based rehabilitation is the final stage of injury recovery that bridges the gap between gym-based rehabilitation and full return to sport. These sessions focus on sport-specific movements such as running, acceleration and deceleration, agility, jumping and landing, and change of direction to ensure a safe and confident return to play.
Who is field-based rehabilitation suitable for?
Field-based rehabilitation is ideal for athletes and active individuals who are nearing return to sport after injury. It is particularly important for those recovering from ACL injuries, long-term ankle injuries, and soft tissue injuries who require structured, sport-specific progression.
What happens during a field-based rehabilitation session?
Sessions include a tailored warm-up, injury-specific coaching, agility and change-of-direction drills, speed and acceleration progressions, jump and landing training, cardiovascular conditioning, and sport-specific skill work when appropriate. Each program is individualised to match the athlete’s injury and stage of recovery.
Where are field-based rehabilitation sessions held?
Field-based rehabilitation sessions are conducted from our Tullamarine clinic at The Hangar, using the professional ovals utilised by the Essendon Football Club and Western United Soccer Club. This elite training environment supports high-quality return-to-sport preparation.
Do I need to complete gym rehabilitation before starting field-based rehab?
Yes. Field-based rehabilitation is typically introduced once sufficient strength and movement capacity have been built through gym-based rehabilitation. Your physiotherapist will assess your readiness to progress safely to on-field training.