Hamstring Injuries Sprinting Research
The Hamstring Doesn’t Sprint Alone: What Sprinting Research Tells Us About Hamstring Injuries By Sam Donaldson, APA titled Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist, RHP Physiotherapy Hamstring injuries are often described as a strength problem. But the more we learn about sprinting, the clearer it becomes that strength is only one part of the picture. Watch a […]
Understanding the ballet foot and ankle
Understanding the Ballet Foot and Ankle The foot and ankle of a ballet dancer are asked to do something quite extraordinary. They need to be mobile enough to create the lines required in ballet, strong enough to repeatedly rise onto demi-pointe, stable enough to control single-leg positions and powerful enough to manage jumping and landing. […]
Hip Flexor Exercises: What Are the Hip Flexors and Why Strength Matters
Hip Flexor Exercises: What Are the Hip Flexors and Why Strength Matters The hip flexor muscles are a vital group of skeletal muscles located at the front of your hip joint and upper thigh. Working together, muscles such as the rectus femoris and iliopsoas help draw the thigh upward towards the chest and stabilise the […]
What Is A Quad Strain?
What Is A Quad Strain? A quad strain is a common soft tissue injury that frequently affects field-sport athletes, runners, and active individuals who subject their legs to rapid acceleration or kicking. The quadriceps muscle group consists of a powerful network of four distinct muscles situated on the front of the thigh. These quad muscles […]
What Is A Calf Strain?
What Is A Calf Strain? A calf strain is a common lower leg injury that can affect runners, field sports athletes, and individuals participating in activities that require sudden acceleration or explosive changes of direction. The calf muscle complex plays a vital role in walking, running, and jumping by absorbing impact and propelling the body […]
What Are Shin Splints?
What Are Shin Splints? Shin splints are a common cause of lower leg pain, particularly in runners, athletes, and individuals who have recently increased their physical activity or training demands. While the term shin splints is widely used, it is not a single specific injury. Instead, it generally refers to pain along the inner edge […]
Exercise Physiologist vs Physiotherapist
Exercise Physiologist vs. Physiotherapist If you are dealing with pain, recovering from an injury, trying to become stronger or managing a long-term health condition, you may find yourself wondering whether you should see a physiotherapist or exercise physiologist. The answer is not always as simple as one profession treating injuries and the other prescribing exercise. […]
Should I Ice My Knee Before or After Rehab?
Should I Ice My Knee Before or After Rehab? A common question in the clinic. One we address with every patient managing their ACL reconstruction during the early rehabilitation days. If you have recently had an ACL reconstruction, or suffered an ACL injury, your knee probably feels quite puffy, swollen and almost as if it […]
How to Improve Running Performance and Prevent Common Injuries
How to Improve Running Performance and Prevent Common Injuries Running is one of the most accessible ways to improve aerobic fitness, cardiovascular health and overall well-being. From recreational jogging to competitive racing, many runners enjoy the health benefits that accompany a consistent running routine. However, running can place a repetitive and potentially taxing load on […]
Knee Replacement Recovery
Regain Mobility and Strength with Professional Knee Rehabilitation Discover Our Physiotherapy Services Comprehensive Knee Rehabilitation at RHP Recovering well from knee replacement surgery is a crucial step in regaining mobility, strength and independence. At RHP Physiotherapy, we specialise in guiding patients through every stage of knee rehabilitation, helping you achieve the best possible outcomes after […]