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 […]
Are Deadlifts Bad for Your Back?
Are Deadlifts Bad for Your Back? Misconception: “Deadlifts Are Bad for Your Back” What the research really says—and why this classic lift might be exactly what your spine needs. Deadlifts tend to get a bad rap. Whether you’ve heard a gym mate say it, seen it on social media, or been told by someone trying […]
The Overlapping Worlds of Dance and Running Physio: Strength, Stability, and Injury Prevention
The Overlapping Worlds of Dance and Running Physio: Strength, Stability, and Injury Prevention When you think of dance and running, at first glance they may seem like entirely different activities. One is fluid, expressive, and artistic, while the other is linear, repetitive, and rhythmic. However, from a physiotherapy perspective, both disciplines share many biomechanical demands, […]
Understanding the “Why” Behind Pre-Season Screening Tests
Understanding the “Why” Behind Pre-Season Screening Tests In our previous blog, we discussed the importance of pre-season screening for athletes. Now, let’s delve into the specific tests we utilize at RHP Physiotherapy and the crucial reasons behind their inclusion. Evaluating Range of Motion Optimizing baseline movement is essential for elite mechanics. Click each test below […]
Pre-Season Testing: Why You Should Consider It
Pre-Season Testing: Why You Should Consider It For athletes, the pre-season is a crucial time for building fitness, honing skills, and preparing for the demands of the upcoming season. While many focus on physical training, one often overlooked aspect is pre-season testing and injury screening. What is Pre-Season Testing? Pre-season testing with a physiotherapist involves […]
Golf: More Dangerous Than You Think?
Golf: More Dangerous Than You Think Who knew? Golf, often seen as a leisurely pastime, can actually be pretty tough on your body. In fact, studies show that golfers are more likely to get injured than rugby players! Why is that? Well, it turns out that the repetitive motions and powerful swings involved in golf […]
Tennis: More than just a sport
Tennis: More Than Just a Sport Tennis is a fantastic sport that offers numerous benefits for people of all ages and fitness levels. From improving cardiovascular health to enhancing mental acuity, tennis can have a positive impact on your overall well-being. The Key Physical Benefits of Tennis Cardiovascular Health: Playing tennis regularly can help 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 to prevent injuries in football
How to Prevent Football Injuries: What Actually Matters? Football injuries cannot be completely prevented. It is a fast and unpredictable sport involving sprinting, acceleration, deceleration, jumping, landing, kicking, tackling, contact and rapid changes of direction. Sometimes injuries occur despite excellent preparation. But injury risk is not purely bad luck either. There are several things footballers […]
A guide to avoiding injury in Football
These blogs will discuss what sort of injuries are common in Football (soccer) and what we know about how to prevent them. The start of a Football season brings so much anticipation and excitement. Dreaming of scoring the first goal of the year, or reminiscing about last year’s goal-line save is one of the reasons […]