30
Oct
What is Plantar Fasciitis?
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…
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28
Feb
What is Running Analysis?
What is running analysis? Whether you have 50 marathons under your belt or have just bought your first pair of runners to start your training, a running analysis…
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21
Feb
Stretching vs Strengthening for Runners
A shift has been occurring in the running world over recent years. This transition has been from the generations old notion that stretching is the most useful tool…
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19
Jan
The Benefits of Orthotics for Runners
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…
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19
Jan
Runners World Article: Running Biomechanics
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…
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19
Jan
Stop Ignoring Running Pain
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…
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19
Jan
Hip Pain in Runners
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…
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19
Jan
Runner’s Knee
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…
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19
Jan
Anterior Cruciate Ligaments
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…
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19
Jan
Running Injuries
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…
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19
Jan
Leg Injuries
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,…
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19
Jan
Sports Injuries + Treatment Using Physiotherapy
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,…
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19
Jan
How To Prevent Running Injuries
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…
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19
Jan
Football Injuries
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,…
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19
Jan
Core Stability for Marathon Runners
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…
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19
Jan
Cycling Injuries
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…
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