Sports Injury Physio in Paraparaumu
Bart de Vries has worked with Olympic athletes, Royal New Zealand Ballet dancers, professional boxers, and national-level teams across hockey, cricket, basketball, and more. Whether you play at elite level or just want to stay active and do the sport you love, Limber Physio brings the same quality of care.
Sport injuries range from acute traumatic injuries, ankle sprains, muscle tears, fractures, to gradual overuse problems that build over a season of training. The approach to each is different, and correct diagnosis matters enormously to how quickly and completely you recover.
Bart's experience spans team sports, endurance athletics, strength sports, martial arts, and dance. He understands training loads, competition timelines, and the frustration of being injured mid-season. His goal is to get you back to training and competing as fast as possible, safely.
What Bart Treats | Sports Injuries
• Ankle sprains and ligament injuries
• Knee injuries including ACL, meniscus, and patellofemoral pain
• Hamstring, quad, and calf muscle strains
• Shoulder dislocations and rotator cuff injuries
• Tennis elbow and golfer's elbow
• Stress fractures and bone stress reactions
• Runner's knee, shin splints, plantar fasciitis
• Return-to-sport planning after significant injury
Clinical Approach
Bart will assess the injury, establish a clear diagnosis, and build a staged return-to-sport plan with milestones. Treatment may include hands-on therapy, exercise rehabilitation, technique assessment, and load management advice. Referral for imaging is available directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is my sports injury covered by ACC?
A: If it happened during sport and had a clear onset, a tackle, a fall, a twist, it is likely ACC eligible. Bart can assess and lodge the claim for you.
Q: How quickly can I return to sport?
A: This depends on the injury. Bart will give you a realistic timeline and clear milestones. Most people benefit from a graduated return rather than a sudden one, it reduces the risk of re-injury significantly.
Q: Do you work with young athletes?
A: Yes. Limber Physio treats patients of all ages. Growing athletes have specific needs and Bart is experienced in managing their injuries appropriately.
Book your sports injury assessment at Limber Physio in Paraparaumu.
Bart de Vries is a physiotherapist with over 15 years of clinical experience across elite sport, dance, and musculoskeletal practice. He holds a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Otago and a Certificate in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) from the McKenzie Institute. Bart practises at Limber Physio, located at Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club on the Kapiti Coast.
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