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Plantar fasciitis The plantar fascia is a fibrous layer of connective tissue which runs along the bottom of the foot, attaching the calcaneus (heal bone) to the phalanges…

A brief overview of Lucy’s incredible experience working with the British Rowing Team in their training.    I felt incredibly privileged to be chosen to join the British…

A lot is said about orthotics and sports insoles and how they can either prevent injury or improve sports performance.   This article is going to briefly describe…

By Steph Davies, Liam Goode and Glynn Davies Chartered Physiotherapists   Introduction   The biomechanics of running is a vast and specialist subject that frequently changes with emerging…

All well and good if you’re at mile 25 of your marathon and are planning on taking a well-earned break after the race, but if you ignore a…

Glynn Davies Physiotherapist BSc (Hons)   Most runners will experience achy hips towards the end of a long run that disappears once you’ve stopped, but what do you…

There are few things more frustrating than being injured when training for a big race. The race date seems to creep closer and closer and the chances of…

Anterior Cruciate Ligaments injuries are common in sports people. The annual incidence of ACL ruptures is estimated at 1 of 3,000 in the general population. The incidence rate…

Running is a sport known to be good for health; it not only helps the breathing and heartbeat but it is also good exercise because it burns any…

Information about leg pain and injuries, including cause, diagnosis, treatment and prevention tips. (shin splints, compartment syndrome, achilles tendonitis, achilles tendon rupture, calf strain, stress fracture, muscle cramps,…

Many people in London enjoy participating in sports, whether it be a casual game of football, golf at a weekend, running, marathons, tri-athlon events, tennis, skiing, badminton, basketball,…

Steph Davies BSc (Hons) MSc Sport Ex Med MCSP Specialist Sports Physiotherapist   It’s that time of year again and the parks and towpaths of London are lined…

Football is a rough sport, and despite the pads, braces, and supports, injuries are a common part of the game. The combination of the size of the players,…

The Importance of Core Stability for Marathon Runners Runners used to think that with only increasing your time spent running would be the only way to improve your…

CYCLING: Reducing the risk of common injuries Glynn Davies BSc (Hons) MCSP Specialist Sports Physiotherapist   INTRO   Cycling is a great form of exercise with many health…

Calf pain is a very common problem amongst runners, and if not managed properly can become a chronic and debilitating recurring condition.   Basic Anatomy The calf is…

Whether you participate in sports or have sustained an injury – Ankle injuries can be extremely debilitating and painful. Physio4Life in London can help with your ankle injury.…

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I had Achilles tendonitis in my left ankle which resulted in the sheath being removed in surgery in 2000…