Adam Gillies Physiotherapy

Hamstring injuries are one of the most common injuries seen in sport, particularly in activities involving sprinting, acceleration, and high-speed running.
Despite being so common, they’re often misunderstood.
A hamstring injury is more than just a “pulled muscle”. Understanding how they happen, what symptoms to look for, and how rehabilitation should progress can make a huge difference to recovery and reducing the risk of recurrence.

Things I say every single day as a physiotherapist😅🧐

“Can physio help with…?”

These are just some of the conditions I’ve treated in clinic recently.

That’s my why🤷‍♂️

It’s good to be back⚽️

Over the moon- MSc in Physiotherapy completed 🎓

Thank you to my friends, family, and patients for all the encouragement and support throughout this journey.

Here’s to the next chapter… and to forever learning 🤣

Pain doesn’t always equal damage — and scans don’t always tell the full story.

Research shows that many people with no pain at all still have “abnormal” MRI findings.

This is why good assessment starts with listening, movement, and understanding your story — not jumping straight to imaging.

What should physio look like?

❌ There’s a lot of outdated and inaccurate advice out there
💰 And not everyone has your best interests at heart

That makes finding a good physio harder than it should be.

❗ There’s no perfect formula—but there are clear red flags you should be aware of.

A good physio should:
✅ Help you move towards your goals
✅ Explain the “why” behind what you’re doing
✅ Build confidence—not fear
✅ Adapt things to you and focus on what you CAN do rather than what you CAN’T do