"For Athletes That Want To Get Back To Performing"
ACL Rehabilitation in Bundoora
Expert ACL Injury Physio for Athletes
Our Physios Have Been Trusted By
The High-Performance Approach to ACL Rehab
Traditional rehab models used by Physios, Osteos, Chiros, and Myotherapists often fall short for athletes. These outdated, siloed approaches were phased out by professional sporting organisations over two decades ago. Today, elite sport uses an integrated performance model, where physiotherapists work alongside Strength & Conditioning Coaches, Sports Scientists, and Coaching Staff to keep athletes progressing — even through injury. The goal is simple: avoid deconditioning, maintain momentum, and return stronger.
At Pivot Sports Performance in Bundoora, we apply this elite-level model to every athlete we work with — from grassroots to high-performance. Our ACL rehabilitation programs are built around sport-specific demands, progressive loading, and clear return-to-play benchmarks. Whether your injury happened on the field, court, or track, our experienced physios are here to guide your recovery and get you back in the game — faster and safer.
Our Numbers
Transforming Athletes
200+
5 STAR REVIEWS
2000+
ATHLETES RETURNED TO SPORT
10000+
ATHLETE REHAB HOURS COMPLETED
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Athlete Performance Program
High Performance Training Throughout Your Entire Season.
Why Early ACL Rehab Matters
Starting physiotherapy early after an ACL injury is crucial.
Delayed rehab increases your risk of:
Ongoing swelling and stiffness
Without early intervention, fluid and inflammation can persist in the knee joint, leading to reduced mobility and discomfort. This makes regaining full range of motion harder and slows the entire recovery process.
Muscle wasting (especially quadriceps)
After an ACL injury, the quadriceps muscle often weakens rapidly due to disuse and pain. If not addressed early, this muscle loss can be difficult to reverse and significantly affects knee stability and performance.
Poor movement patterns
Delaying rehab can cause compensations in how you walk, run, and move. These altered patterns can place extra stress on other joints and muscles, increasing the risk of secondary injuries.
Increased chance of re-injury
Without guided strength and control training, the knee remains vulnerable. Athletes returning to sport too soon without meeting key rehab milestones face a much higher risk of re-tearing the ACL or injuring the other knee.
Delays in returning to sport or normal activity
The longer rehab is delayed, the longer it typically takes to rebuild strength, confidence, and function. This means extended time away from training, competition, or team environments.
Who will be looking after your rehab?
How It Works
Peace Of Mind Is Priceless... Until Now
UNDERSTANDING YOU
Knowing your injury history, sporting goals, rehabilitation process and your goals. Without knowing you, we can not help you.
CLINICAL ASSESSMENT
Ensuring that the essential boxes are ticked. Assessment of pain, range of motion, swelling and stability.
STRENGTH & POWER ASSESSMENT
We use our specialised equipment to assess symmetry between limbs and compare to benchmark standards for your gender, weight, and sport. Strength is the foundation of resilience.
JUMP & PLYOMETRIC ASSESSMENT
A battery of hop and jump tests to assess your power and plyometric ability. Ensure that you can handle the demands of sport and move in all planes of motion.
CAPACITY TESTING
Endurance based testing to assess your ability to handle fatigue. Ensure that you can handle the demands of sport and stay on the field for the entire game.
PSYCHOLOGICAL READINESS
Fear of re-injury, fear of movement and low confidence levels are red-flags for athletes being underdone. Our Psychological Readiness Screening will identify those who are not in the right head space to be in the firing line again.
RETURN TO SPORT REPORT
A comprehensive report outlining your strengths, weaknesses and blind spots, as well as our recommendations and rating for your readiness to step back out on field.
YOUR FIRST GAME
Now you have ticked the boxes and have the confidence to succeed, you can get back out there to do the thing you love the most.
Why Choose Pivot Sports Performance?
✅ One-on-One Care — We never double-book clients. You’ll get dedicated 1:1 sessions with your physiotherapist.
✅ Sport-Specific Rehab — Your rehab and strength and conditioning program is tailored to your sport and level of competition.
✅ Return-to-Sport Testing — We don’t guess. We test when you’re truly ready to return.
✅ Insurance Rebates Available — Our sessions are eligible for sports insurance and private health rebates.
✅ Convenient Locations — Visit us in Bundoora or Ringwood, both with full gym facilities.
Testimonial
Here's What Our Athletes Are Saying
Meagan Kiely
M. Physiotherapy
B. Health Science
Meagan is a Physiotherapist with 5+ years experience treating sport and musculoskeletal injuries.
Meagan has a keen interest in sports injuries & has experience treating a wide range of conditions. She’s passionate about educating and inspiring her patients, and guiding them through the process of achieving their goals. She aims to keep people doing what they love, and simply modify activity where possible.
Meagan has experience playing professional sport, having recently retired from Richmond FC after 4 seasons. She is a previous VFLW captain and B&F, and has a wealth of knowledge in and around high performance sport.
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Pricing
Your Investment
Join our Athlete Programs for success without wasted time, energy, or money. Maintain consistent effort, protect your body and brain, and build unwavering confidence in crucial moments.
Session-To-Session Pricing
$155
Initial Consultation (45 minutes)
$117
Subsequent Consult* (30 minutes)
*for the same injury *
*Following your consultation, your private health care fund will be swiped and the gap will be charged.
Subjective Assessment
Physical Examination & Diagnosis
Tailored Treatment
Action Plan
Advanced Rehab Membership
$167
PER WEEK
*Your statement will be sent to you so you can claim with your private health fund or sports insurance.
Weekly 1:1 Physiotherapy Session with Individualised Rehabilitation Program ($1261 value);
Strength & Power Performance Profiling ($780 value);
Concussion Baseline Test ($274 value);
Free Gym Membership with Unlimited S&C Coaching ($2340 value);
Speed and Agility Sessions ($1620 value);
Unlimited Access To Our Recovery Systems ($1087 value); &
Master Your Mental Skills Mini-Course ($397 value).
ACL Rehab FAQs
What are common symptoms of an ACL Injury?
An ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injury typically occurs during sudden changes in direction, landing awkwardly, or direct impact to the knee.
Symptoms often include:
A popping sensation at the time of injury
Immediate swelling within the first 6 hours
Instability or “giving way” of the knee
Difficulty walking or bending the knee
Pain during weight-bearing or twisting movements
Do I need a scan first?
Not always. Our physios can often diagnose ACL injuries without a scan. However, we may refer you for an MRI to confirm the injury and rule out other damage.
Do you treat post-surgery ACLs?
Absolutely. We work closely with orthopaedic surgeons and will help you safely progress from early post-op care all the way to return-to-play testing.
How long does ACL rehab take?
It depends on whether you have surgery. Non-surgical ACL rehab can take 3–6 months, while post-surgical rehab typically takes 9–12 months for a full return to high-level sport.
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Our No Risk
Guarantee
At the end of your initial treatment, your action plan will be discussed and a expected recovery time will be established. If you have not recovered in that time, lived up to the expectations and there have been no unforeseen events, we will continue to rehabilitate your injury without additional charge!
Bundoora Location
23 Clements Ave, Bundoora, 3083
Ringwood Location
Unit 1/7 Oban Road, Ringwood, 3134
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