Hamstring injuries are the most common soft-tissue injury to the thigh, and are often seen in runners, especially sprinters, hurdlers and long jumpers. They also occur in sprinting sports such as football and hockey, especially after an inadequate warm-up. The classic picture of a hamstring strain is when an athlete is sprinting down the track … Read more
To attain total fitness, an athlete must possess “core stability” – the ability to use the muscles to keep the body’s separate sections stable. In order to perform ballistic movements – such as running, throwing and jumping – the muscles must have a stable base to start from. Without a stable base injuries, both acute … Read more
Chronic Knee Injuries can affect many athletes, from the professional who trains twice daily to the Saturday morning netballer. The pain and dysfunction can be debilitating, and can lead to extended time off sport. The knee is a complex joint, and is controlled by a number of muscles, tendons and ligaments. The majority of chronic … Read more
Whether you play sport socially or professionally, a knee injury can cause significant pain and dysfunction. Acute knee injuries are one of the most common sporting injuries seen by Physiotherapists, and they can often mean a long break from sporting activity. There are three main tissue types that can generally be injured in the knee … Read more
There are arguments both for and against many food supplements. The following outlines some of the most common food supplements on the market. Creatine For:Creatine is a naturally occurring compound found in meat and fish. It is stored in the body’s muscles; it is used to generate energy in intense bursts. Almost 150 clinical studies … Read more
Groin Pain Groin pain in athletes, both recreational and professional, provides a huge diagnostic challenge. The groin, defined as the region between the trunk and hip, is a complex region; a defect in one part having profound effects on the health of the others. Most commonly seen groin pathology are those associated with the adductor … Read more
Low back pain is very common in the community and can affect workers, sports people, new mums, older people, even young people! Many sports people suffer from low back pain particular those who ignore the early warning signs. Early intervention provides the best possible outcome for low back pain and it is important to seek … Read more
Biomechanical Gait AnalysisSports injury, acute or chronic, can easily develop from poor biomechanics of the foot. Biomechanics is a broad area within Podiatry, which involves a detailed evaluation and analysis of how the joints of the limb and foot function in relation to each other. This requires sophisticated equipment and training to best understand human … Read more
The most important time in the treatment of soft tissue injuries is the first 24-48 hours immediately following the injury. When soft tissue is injured there is also damage to the blood vessels in the area and this can lead to swelling. Swelling and increased pressure in the area of injury can lead to inhibition … Read more
‘Shin splints’ is a commonly used term to describe pain experienced along the inner border of the shin. The term is a very general one, and in fact involves a number of specifically different pathological conditions. Shin splints occur especially amongst active sports people participating in running and pounding sports. Muscle Compartment:The muscles of the … Read more
