Strength training for Plantar Fascia pain
At least one in 10 people will experience plantar fascia (foot) pain in their lifetime, and although it is relatively common, there are many misconceptions around how best to manage this pain. Those suffering will experience intense, but quite localised pain through the arch of the foot and around the bottom of the heel bone. […]
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a medical condition characterised by low bone density and deterioration of bone tissue, leading to increased bone fragility and a higher risk of fractures. It commonly affects older individuals, especially postmenopausal women, but can also occur in men and younger individuals with certain risk factors. Physiotherapy plays an essential role in the management […]
Is ice still nice for acute injuries?
Since the 1970’s we have been following the suggestion of Dr Gabe Mirkin, a physician who had the initial idea of using ice on acute injuries as a way of controlling inflammation. This sounds good in theory – the less inflammation, the faster the body will recover and heal right? This idea grew into the […]
ACL Injury Rehabilitation
ACL Rehabilitation: Stages, Goals and Return to Sport An ACL injury can interrupt sport for a long time, but rehabilitation is much more structured than simply waiting for the knee to heal. Whether your ACL injury is managed with reconstruction or through a non-surgical pathway, rehabilitation aims to progressively restore the physical qualities the knee […]
The long term outcomes from ACL injury
Long-Term ACL Injury Outcomes: Sport, Arthritis and Life After Injury When someone tears their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), the first questions usually revolve around the immediate injury. Will I need surgery? How long will rehabilitation take? When can I run again? Will I return to football or netball? These are all important questions. But there […]
Understanding ACL injury
The knee joint is biomechanically a simple joint at initial inspection, but delving a little deeper unwraps a biomechanically amazing system. Our knee allows us the ability to run, jump, stand up, squat down and contribute significantly to almost all of our two legged movement patterns that distinguish us from the rest of the animal […]
Hooked on Stress
Picture yourself indulging in your favourite meal—savouring every bite, relishing the aroma, and feeling your anticipation build. Just as swiftly as your mouth waters at the thought, stress can flood your body with its own rapid response. Recall a moment when looming deadlines or daunting tasks triggered a cascade of physical reactions: sweaty palms, racing […]
Running Strength Resources
Strength Training for Runners: What Actually Matters? If you want to become a better runner, the most important thing you need to do is still fairly obvious: run. Strength training does not replace easy kilometres, long runs, intervals or gradually building your running volume. But it can complement them. Appropriately programmed strength training can improve […]
How to prevent running related injuries
How to Prevent Running Related Injuries Running injuries are frustrating. You build fitness, find some momentum, start enjoying your training and then suddenly a sore knee, Achilles tendon, shin, foot or hip starts dictating how much you can do. The obvious question is: Can running injuries be prevented? Not completely. There is no exercise, shoe, […]
How severe is my ankle sprain?
Ankle sprains are common yet troublesome injuries that many people experience at some point in their lives. Whether you have recently twisted your ankle during a sports activity, a misstep on uneven ground, or any other accident, understanding the severity of your ankle injury is crucial for proper treatment and recovery. In this blog, We’ll […]