As the London Marathon draws ever closer, it’s vitally important that all runners consider their health and wellbeing both before and after the big day. Taking part in the UK’s biggest marathon, running related injuries undoubtedly surge before, during and …
What Is the Achilles Tendon? The Achilles tendon is the strongest tendon in the body – it consists of a tough band of fibrous tissue which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. Tendinopathy is a type of tendon …
Running is an extremely popular type of high impact, cardio activity. It is a highly effective way to burn calories and get fit. It also brings with it a wide range of both physical and psychological benefits, helping to strengthen …
Shin Splints describe sharp pains felt in the shins or around the area of the front lower legs. The name ‘shin splints’ is a blanket term which refers to a number of different conditions related to shin pain. Pain in …
Running a marathon may be one of the biggest challenges of a life time for some, many will not even make it to the start line, let alone the finish line. This is usually due to lack of adequate preparation …
Most women experience aches and pains of some description during pregnancy – this is perfectly normal, as the ligaments in the body soften and stretch in preparation for labour. In some cases however, these symptoms may become more severe and …
Winter ski holidays have become increasingly popular over the last few years, gone are the days when such ski breaks were considered a luxury holiday for the super-rich. In the holiday market of today, skiing and snowboarding winter breaks are …
People who participate in strenuous sporting activities are more likely to suffer from muscle and tendon injuries. In some cases, anatomical variances, such as uneven leg length, excessive pronation (flat feet), patella alta, etc. may lead to a higher chance …
The benefits of sports massage are extensive, and massage itself has been an accepted modality for many centuries, dating back as far as ancient China. It is no wonder, that everyday across the globe thousands of people actively seek out …
Everyone knows that exercise is good for your health and wellbeing – however, very few of us actually stop to think about why it is so good for us and how it makes us fit. Hard exercise strains and challenges …