Understanding and Managing Calf Muscle Injuries Calf muscle injuries are super common in both athletes and active individuals. They often result from sudden, forceful movements such as jumping, sprinting, or abrupt changes in direction. Anatomy Your ‘calf’ actually consists of two main muscles, the gastrocnemius, and the soleus. A calf strain can occur in either […]
Running Injuries
Running is a fantastic way to stay fit, relieve stress, and enjoy the outdoors. Yet, it can also lead to injuries if not approached correctly. Here are some tips to help you stay injury-free while hitting the pavement. What Causes Running Injuries?Most running injuries we see in the clinic can be put down to ‘overload’. […]
Kids & Sport
Engaging in sports offers numerous benefits for children. Not only for their physical health but also for their overall development. The positive impacts of regular physical activity are immense. Physical activities fosters stronger bodies and healthier minds. Physical BenefitsParticipation in sports helps children develop their muscles, bones, and joints. Which promotes overall physical fitness. Regular […]
Shoulder pain
Shoulder pain is one of the biggest problems that we see in the clinic each week. And that’s no surprise as it’s a significant health issue worldwide. Shoulder injuries often involve the muscles and tendons of the rotator cuff. The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles, and its their job to help move […]
How to Age Well: Why Exercise is the Key
We are all getting older, so there has never been a more important time to prioritise physical activity. Despite its benefits, global activity levels are declining with age. Population statisticsGlobally, our population is getting older. The number of people above 65 is increasing faster than the those below that age.And what is worrying is that […]
Tennis elbow
o What is it Tennis elbow, is a one of the more common injuries we see in the clinic. About 40% of people will experience the condition at some point in their life. It is most commonly seen in the 35-55 year age group. Tennis elbow usually occurs following extensive repetitive activity. It’s can cause […]