Running Physio Melbourne · Richmond Clinic
We don't just treat where it hurts. We find why it hurts — and build you back stronger, with biomechanics, gait analysis, and programs built around your running life.
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What We Offer
Whether you're chasing a Melbourne Marathon PB or just want to run to work without limping — every service we offer has one goal: getting you back to doing what you love, pain-free and performing better than before.
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A thorough 45-minute deep-dive into your injury — not just where it hurts, but why. We diagnose the root cause and build a personalised rehabilitation plan so you recover quickly and safely, without reinjury.
Running injury guide02
We evaluate your stride, cadence, foot strike, and entire kinetic chain to spot the inefficiencies causing your injuries. Then we give you targeted exercises and cues to run with better form — and stay injury-free. 5 exercises to improve running form.
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Most running injuries come back to weakness somewhere in the chain. We build you a customised program targeting the glutes, hips, calves, and core that matter most for runners — improving performance and protecting you from overuse.
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Coming back from injury needs structure. Our progressive return-to-run protocols ease you back safely while monitoring recovery — so you don't undo weeks of healing in one overzealous session. See our HomeRun Melbourne partnership.
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Don't wait for injury to strike. We identify your risk factors early, teach smart warm-up and recovery strategies, and keep you training consistently without setbacks — whether you're building mileage or peaking for a race.
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Already injury-free? We help you go faster and further. Load management, running economy, strength periodisation, and race-specific preparation — for runners who want to squeeze more out of every kilometre.
Injuries We Treat
Most running injuries aren't bad luck — they're the body highlighting a weakness that needs addressing. Here's what walks through our door most often, and how we fix it.
That sharp pain behind the kneecap? Usually cartilage friction from poor mechanics. We fix the underlying cause, not just the pain. Knee physio Melbourne.
Recovery approachShins on fire? Often poor biomechanics or load management. We analyse your form and strengthen the weak spots setting you up for trouble.
Recovery protocolHeel pain that makes first steps out of bed feel like glass. One of our specialities — we get that thick tissue functioning properly, not just temporarily quiet. Foot physio Melbourne.
Recovery planWhen the Achilles gets angry, everything suffers. We focus on progressive tendon loading and calf strength to resolve the tension that's been building over months of running.
Treatment approachThat nagging outer knee pain usually means something upstream — hips, core, or glutes — needs attention. We look at the entire chain to find the real problem. ITB clinical overview.
Why ITB mattersHamstring injuries love to recur if not properly rehabilitated. Our approach ensures you come back stronger and more resilient than before the original injury.
Tight, weak hip flexors are epidemic among runners — especially those sitting at desks all day. We target both flexibility and strength to prevent these becoming chronic.
Hip physio MelbourneWhen the patellar tendon protests, it needs targeted progressive loading — not rest alone. We rebuild tendon strength so you can handle whatever training throws at you.
Too much, too soon — stress fractures demand careful load management and a structured return to running. We guide you through the timeline safely and get you back on the road.
The People
Three physios who genuinely love running — and love getting runners back out there even more. See the full team
Physiotherapist · Ironman 70.3 Triathlete
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu & Fri
An Ironman 70.3 triathlete and Curtin University physiotherapy graduate, Shirouz treats running and triathlon injuries from the inside out — he knows what it means to be told to rest when all you want to do is train. He's also a certified bike fitter through Ciclo Melbourne for runners who also ride. Read Shirouz's background.
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Physiotherapist · Sports & Musculoskeletal
Mon, Wed, Thu & Fri
Masters of Physiotherapy from the University of Sydney and former Athletic Trainer for UBC Varsity teams across rugby, football, and softball. Kelsi brings exceptional clinical depth to running injuries, return-to-sport, and post-operative rehabilitation — with a particular strength in lower limb and knee conditions. Read Kelsi's background.
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Senior Physiotherapist · Clinical Director
Mon – Fri
9+ years of experience and an AiM (Anatomy in Motion) practitioner — Bayden has been coaching and rehabilitating elite runners since 2016. He's the physio for complex, multi-factorial running injuries that haven't responded elsewhere. Word has it he loves feet. Read Bayden's background.
Book with BaydenITB Deep Dive
ITB syndrome is one of the most common running injuries in Melbourne — and one of the most misunderstood. Modern research shows the root cause is almost always hip and gluteal weakness, not a tight IT band. Foam-rolling the band itself does very little.
Pain typically flares at around 30 degrees of knee flexion — the "impingement zone" — during repetitive activities like running. Most people see significant improvement within 1–3 visits, with full recovery in 4–8 weeks. Read the full clinical overview at Physiopedia.
Evidence-based ITB treatment protocol
Strengthen gluteus medius, minimus and maximus — the muscles that stabilise your pelvis and control leg alignment during running. This is the most important intervention.
Hands-on release of the TFL, hip flexors, and surrounding musculature — combined with dry needling to reduce tension and inflammation.
Temporary mileage modification — you usually don't need to stop running completely — combined with ice, anti-inflammatories, and progressive reloading.
Addressing stride length, cadence, crossover gait, and hip drop patterns that increase ITB compression on every footfall.
Progressive loading protocols — tested at HomeRun Melbourne — to return you to full mileage without symptom recurrence.
Why Evolutio
We've been treating Melbourne runners for over a decade. What makes our approach different is the depth. We examine your entire running mechanics, find the weak links in your kinetic chain, and build you back stronger than before. Every runner who walks through our doors gets a completely personalised treatment plan — because your body tells its own unique story.
From 5K first-timers to Melbourne Marathon veterans — we've seen it all, and we genuinely love what we do.
Read the running injury guideShirouz is an Ironman 70.3 triathlete. Kelsi volunteered at trail ultra-marathons in Canada. Bayden has been coaching elite runners since 2016. We understand the sport from the inside, not just the textbook.
We don't mask pain with generic exercises. We find the biomechanical, strength, and load factors driving your injury — and fix those. That's why 89% of our running patients return to pain-free running within 8–12 weeks.
Weekend warrior or elite athlete — your treatment plan is built for your body, your training load, and your goals. No photocopied handouts. No one-size-fits-all protocols.
Music, coffee, no sterile white walls. Recovery is hard enough — your clinic should feel like somewhere you want to be. Read about our philosophy.
Running FAQs
Still not sure? WhatsApp us directly and a physio will get back to you.
Recovery depends on the type and severity. Minor injuries like mild muscle strains or shin splints may take 1–3 weeks. More serious injuries such as stress fractures or tendon pathology can take several months. Your physio will give you a clear, personalised timeline after your initial assessment.
For minor injuries, most patients need around 2–3 sessions. More severe injuries may require 8–10 sessions over several months. We'll give you an accurate treatment timeline during your initial consultation — no vague "it depends" answers.
A 45-minute session covering your injury and running history, physical examination, range of motion testing, and a personalised treatment plan with a clear recovery timeline. Initial appointments are $175, with follow-ups at $115. View full pricing.
Generally no — running through injury worsens most conditions and extends recovery time. That said, it depends entirely on the injury. Your physio will advise on appropriate load modification and cross-training alternatives so you don't lose fitness while healing.
Swimming, cycling, pool running, and elliptical work can all maintain cardiovascular fitness without aggravating most running injuries. Targeted strength work — core, glutes, hips — is also valuable. Your physio will prescribe a specific cross-training plan based on your injury.
See a physio if: pain persists more than 2 weeks despite rest; you can't bear full weight; pain is sharp and localised; swelling or bruising is present; or pain worsens during activity. When in doubt, get it assessed early — most injuries respond much better to prompt treatment.
Muscle soreness (DOMS) appears 24–48 hours after hard effort, feels like a general ache, and improves with gentle movement. An injury typically causes sharp, localised pain that doesn't improve with rest or worsens with activity. If you're not sure — book in. We'll tell you straight.
Initial appointments at Evolutio are $175 for a 45-minute session. Follow-up sessions are $115. Most private health extras policies cover a portion via HICAPS on-site. View our full pricing page for details on all session types.
Find Us
Five minutes from Richmond Station, bike storage on site. Easy access from South Yarra, Prahran, Collingwood, and the CBD. Perfect for a lunchtime or post-run session.
Ready to Run
Whether you're preparing for the Melbourne Marathon, recovering from an injury, or just want to run to work without hobbling — we're here to help. 45 minutes. $175. No fluff.
Or call us: (03) 9100 3798 — in pain today? We'll try to fit you in.
