Top 5 Mistakes That Keep You in Pain — And How Our Team at Strive Sports and Health Can Help

Persistent pain can feel like a mystery. You’ve tried rest, maybe some stretches from the internet, or even a few appointments here and there—but the issue keeps coming back. At Strive Sports and Health, we see this every day. People from across Dural, Norwest, and the broader Hills District come to us after months (sometimes years) of frustration.

Here are five of the most common mistakes that keep people stuck in the pain cycle—and how our physiotherapists and chiropractors can help you move forward.

Mistake 1: Ignoring Early Warning Signs

A niggle in your knee. A tight back after long drives. A shoulder twinge during overhead presses. These are your body’s early warning signs, not just normal aches to be ignored. The longer you delay, the more compensation patterns build up—and the harder it is to break them.

Our team at Strive Sports and Health can assess these signs early, help identify the root cause, and intervene with strategies to prevent further breakdown.

Mistake 2: Following Generic Rehab Plans

Google and Instagram might offer quick tips, but they’re no substitute for a tailored plan. The same injury in two people can present very differently depending on their movement patterns, strength, and history.

At our clinics in Dural and Norwest, physiotherapists and chiropractors create personalised programs that actually make sense for your body, goals, and lifestyle.

Mistake 3: Only Treating the Site of Pain

Pain in your knee might actually be caused by poor hip stability. A sore neck might stem from stiff thoracic mobility or poor desk posture. If you only treat the painful area, you miss the bigger picture.

At Strive Sports and Health, we perform full movement assessments to uncover these underlying issues—helping you get long-term relief, not just a short-term fix.

Mistake 4: Stopping Too Soon

Many people stop treatment as soon as the pain eases. But that doesn’t mean the issue is resolved. Often, pain is the last thing to appear and the first thing to go.

Our practitioners guide you through the full recovery process—including rebuilding strength, restoring mobility, and improving movement patterns—so the issue doesn’t return in a few months.

Mistake 5: Not Asking for Help Early Enough

There’s a misconception that you need to be in a lot of pain to see a physiotherapist or chiropractor. In reality, earlier intervention leads to faster recovery.

At Strive Sports and Health, we encourage people in the Hills District to seek support as soon as they notice something off. You don’t need to wait until it’s severe—if it’s affecting your movement or daily life, it’s worth addressing.

We're Here to Help

Our team is passionate about helping people move better, not just feel better. With clinics in both Norwest and Dural, we’re proud to support the local community with expert care rooted in education, movement, and strength.

Whether you're dealing with a long-standing issue or want to avoid future setbacks, Strive Sports and Health is here to guide you out of the pain loop.