Experience That Athletes Trust

At Joondalup Chiropractic, sports injury care is built on real-world experience  – both in treating athletes and living the athletic lifestyle. Dr Frederic Cappon and Dr Hao Tay are lifelong athletes with decades of hands-on experience helping elite, competitive and recreational athletes return to sport safely and perform at their best.

Their shared passion for endurance sport, strength training, and modern sports medicine shapes every treatment plan – combining clinical precision with practical strategies that make sense for training, recovery and long-term resilience.

Collaborative Care With Sports Medicine

We work closely with Dr Duncan Sullivan – Breken Health, a highly respected sports doctor for cases that benefit from specialist input, advanced imaging or injectables. When indicated, referrals may include:

• Cortisone injections

• Hyaluronic acid / Synvisc

• Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)

• Targeted imaging to confirm diagnosis and guide care

This collaborative approach ensures you receive the right treatment at the right time – without delays or guesswork – so you can get back to enjoying sport sooner.

Evidence-Based Tendon Rehabilitation (Loading, Not Stretching)

Modern sports medicine has transformed how we manage tendinopathy. A clear example is the Alfredson protocol for conditions such as Achilles tendinopathy, which emphasises progressive tendon loading and avoids stretching, particularly in the painful phase.

Key principles we apply across tendon injuries include:

• Progressive, symptom-guided loading

• Avoiding provocative stretching

• Careful shoe selection

• Gradual return to running or training

• Structured strength work to restore tendon capacity

These same principles are adapted for gluteal tendinopathy, tennis elbow, and shoulder impingement / rotator cuff injuries, with programs individualised to your sport and goals.

Comprehensive Sports Injury Care

Alongside rehabilitation loading, we focus on restoring optimal movement and nerve function to the injured area. Treatment may include:

• Chiropractic adjustments to optimise joint mechanics and nerve supply

• Dry needling and trigger point therapy to reduce pain and muscle inhibition

• Soft tissue techniques to unload stressed structures

• Progressive strength and conditioning to promote tissue healing and durability

• Kinesio taping and rigid taping

This integrated approach supports healing while reducing the risk of recurrence.

From Diagnosis to Return-to-Play

Whether you’re dealing with a tendon injury, shoulder pain, or a persistent training setback, our goal is clear: accurate diagnosis, efficient recovery, and a confident return to sport. With extensive experience, collaborative medical relationships, and a commitment to evidence-based care, we help athletes of all levels get back to doing what they love—stronger and more resilient than before.

Book an appointment today to start a personalised sports injury plan in Joondalup.