When national netballers Shu Ning and Sindhu arrived at PhysioNorth with ACL tears in late 2023, they faced the daunting prospect of missing the upcoming Asian Championships. Instead of letting this setback define them, these elite athletes showed what championship mentality truly means – off the court.
Their parallel rehabilitation journeys redefined patient dedication. Each attended twice-weekly physiotherapy sessions at different times but shared the same unwavering commitment. After their individual treatments, both independently extended their sessions into gruelling two-hour gym workouts. Their determination was evident in every aspect of recovery – from enduring painful joint mobilizations to persisting through frustrating muscle activation exercises.
What set these athletes apart was their individual yet identical drive for excellence. Though rehabilitating separately, they followed similar paths with equal intensity. Each pushed through their own challenges – conquering muscle activation hurdles, enduring the discomfort of mobilization sessions, and celebrating personal milestones in their recovery journey.
Their parallel paths exemplified the perfect synergy between expert physiotherapy guidance and patient commitment. Every individual drop of sweat in our facility, every private moment of frustration in the gym, and every personal victory in mobility gains built toward their shared ultimate goal.
In September 2024, their incredible journeys culminated in a moment that validated every challenging second of rehabilitation – winning the Asian Championships for Singapore together. From being unable to run to lifting the prestigious continental trophy, ShuNing and Sindhu's stories at PhysioNorth showcase how expert rehabilitation, unwavering determination, and the right support system can transform career-threatening injuries into triumphs.