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Running injuries, why they happen and how to prevent them – blog 1 in series
You don’t just run because it’s good for you, or because it decreases your risk of heart attacks, strokes and cancers. It’s not just running for your physical health. The reason you run is for your mental health and emotional health. It helps you with your sleep,...
Gait analysis – The Secret to reduce injury, reduce pain, while improving comfort and performance!
Gait analysis measures the forces your foot has to cope with, which is then transmitted through your legs as you move. These intricacies of movement impact upon the long term resilience of your feet and ankles determining whether you develop pain or discomfort. Gait...
These 4 factors are the foundation to preventing injury
It is unrealistic to assume that all injuries will be prevented. Injuries span a whole spectrum of severity. Being injury free is a goal not only to ensure that training can continue but also to ensure that each workout is met in the best condition and mindset. These...
Cycling injuries and ABCs of preventing them
The wind in your hair (under a helmet of course), the bugs on your lips and the hot breath of an encroaching car are just some of the many joys of cycling that an increasing number of us are lapping up. Cycling Scotland has reported cycling journeys have increased...
A recovery plan while you wait.
NHS waiting times are still recovering making it likely that access to treatment may be delayed. Talking to someone about how you can begin your recovery may help.
“PERSISTENT LOW BACK PAIN CAN GET BETTER”
AND WHY THE TERM "SLIPPED DISC" INFURIATES ME.... We all have disc’s in our backs, they are our natural shock absorbers. They are also a main contributor to low back pain and back pain is very common. We often hear people come into clinic and advise us that they’ve...
Common Rehabilitation Mistakes in Treating Patellar Tendinopathy
Patella tendinopathy or jumpers knee, is pain aggravated by high impact activities often in athletes who participate in sports involves running and jumping. It is characterised by localised pain where the tendon meets the kneecap. 1. Not managing...
Exercise and The Menopause
This year I celebrated a big birthday. I am not phased by getting older at all and in many ways I feel healthier and happier than when I was in my 20’s. This has been down to developing healthy sustainable lifestyle habits and learning what works for me to maintain...
A Time Saving Tip & 4 Myths about your ITB
Hello Runner,Are you spending ages foam rolling and stretching your ITB? If so here is a time saver!Stop stretching your ITB! Its officially a Fact. It's actually SUPPOSED to be tight!In case you have not heard yet, recent research has conclusively shown you cannot...
Injury in Focus: Plantar Fasciitis
What is plantar fasciitis or rather plantar fasciopathy? The plantar fascia is a thick connective tissue in the sole of the foot. It works with the Achilles tendon in a windlass mechanism (I know the sailors reading this will relate!) to store and release...
Gait Analysis
What is gait analysis and can it benefit you? A recent study on US military personnel showed that using this technology of combining gait analysis with 3D printed, light weight orthotics reduced injury rate by up to 60%. I am delighted to announce that we are...
Feeling The Pinch?
The Stubborn Shoulder Impingement Syndrome Shoulder impingement is a common problem Do you get a sharp, debilitating pain in your shoulder when you are performing tasks like brushing your hair, putting on certain clothes or showering? During these movements, where you...
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