Tag Archive for: Running Injury
Ankle Sprain Physiotherapy
Ankle sprain physiotherapy is an effective treatment for managing and recovering from ankle sprains. The treatment typically progresses through several phases:
Initial Phase
PRICE protocol: Protection, Rest, Ice 72 hrs, Compression, and…
Knee Pain: Physiotherapy can solve most issues.
Knee pain is a prevalent issue affecting individuals of all ages and can arise from various causes, including injuries, arthritis, and overuse. Understanding the underlying factors and treatment options is essential for effective management.
Common…
Learn more about Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy, also known as extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), is a non-invasive treatment that uses acoustic energy waves to stimulate healing in various musculoskeletal conditions.
It is particularly effective for stubborn tendon…
Hot off the Press! Updated Knee Pain Recommendations
Fresh off the press! Here is a review from the Journal of the American Medical Association looking at assessment and treatment of knee pain.
Some interesting information here:
Knee pain accounts for approximately 5% of all general…
Update on Treatment of tendon injuries
Tendinopathy is a prevalent condition involving degenerative changes within tendons of both children and adults, commonly in the Achilles, rotator cuff, lateral elbow, patellar and hip tendons.
It affects athletic and non-athletic populations…
Lower body Osteoarthritis and Activity: The Goldilocks effect
Not too much, not too little - Just right.
Over the years research has dramatically moved toward supporting the idea that our bodies are made to move. This movement makes us stronger can contribute to not only recovery from injury but also…
Shockwave Research Updates
Shockwave Therapy is a relatively new tool on the block. It has been used in musculoskeletal medicine for years and the evidence is promising for use as a component of treatment.
Check out the recent podcast below from the British Journal…
Prevent injury with a good warm up! Use the Fifa 11+
The Fifa 11+ is an amazingly well researched program to prevent soccer injuries. It is easily applied to a multitude of different sports.
Here is the research to support it's use.
https://tinyurl.com/SPSC11Research
Please…
Preventing anterior knee pain
Anterior Knee Pain can be prevented:
Knee straps
Running on softer surfaces
Gradual progressive loading of exercise
Foot Orthotics
Read full article here:
https://tinyurl.com/Knee-Pain-Prevention
Shin splints 101
MEDIAL TIBIAL STRESS SYNDROME AKA – SHIN SPLINTS
Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome is a common injury of the lower leg in athletes.
What is Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome?
Medial tibial stress syndrome is a common injury in runners and…