4 Tips to prevent running Injuries
Running injuries are very common. Injury prevention could be helpful, especially if you are training for longer distances like a half or full marathon. There is no one reason why runners get injured, but there are many ways to help them prevent injury. We have highlighted a few tips to follow to prevents running injuries. […]
4 strength exercises every runner must do
The importance of strength training for runners cannot be overstated. There is a belief amongst the running community that that if runners lift a weight, they will put on unnecessary muscle bulk which will negatively impact their running economy. On the other side, strength training has been shown to have massive improvements in running economy […]
Ankle Sprain Treatment – Rehabilitation (Phase 2)
As we discussed in the initial post, Ankle treatment – rehabilitation (phase 1) Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries in sports such as (Basketball. Soccer, and Volleyball). It is one of the most prevalent injuries of the musculoskeletal system. About 50% of these injuries are sports-related. The research highlighted, if it is not […]
Management of ankle instability (Recurrence ankle sprain)
As we discussed in the initial post, Ankle sprain treatment – rehabilitation (phase 2) Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries in sports such as (Basketball. Soccer, and Volleyball). It is one of the most prevalent injuries of the musculoskeletal system. In Addition, ankle sprain has a very high recurrence rate and 20% […]
Over use injuries in runners
What overuse injury means? There are basically two types of injuries: Acute injuries and overuse injuries. Acute injuries are usually the result of a single, traumatic event (macro-trauma). Common examples include wrist fractures, ankle sprains, shoulder dislocations, and hamstring muscle strain. The absence of a single, identifiable traumatic cause has been traditionally used as a […]
4 Tips For Static Stretching
Stretching for many of us has been part of our warm-up routine since we were kids. Whether we were at soccer practice, in P.E. class or getting ready for a big basketball game, we were trained at a young age to practice static stretching before exercise. In addition, static stretching is commonly practiced by athletes, […]
Shin-Splints Treatment
Shin-splints, or medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS), is defined by the American Medical Association as “pain and discomfort in the leg from the repetitive activity on hard surfaces, or due to forceful, excessive use of foot flexures muscles. It’s a term for lower leg pain that occurs below the knee either on the front outside […]
3 steps to prevent hamstring injury in runners
Hamstring muscle injuries are common in several sports including AFL, soccer, and especially high-speed runners with excessive hamstring lengthening. Despite increased knowledge of hamstring muscle injuries, the incidence has not diminished. Moreover, nearly one-third of these injuries recur within the first year following a return to the sport, with subsequent injuries often being more severe than the […]
A Guideline for Injury Prevention
Prevention is always better than cure. We’ve put together 5 strategies to help you prevent sports injuries. Have a Training Plan Your training plan is an essential tool to help you prevent injury. More specifically, it gives you a chance to plan your weekly / monthly mileage, and avoid overtraining. You can sick for a plan tailored […]
Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)
Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is something everyone reading this has probably experienced. Some feel their heaviest DOMS 24 hours after a workout, whereas others know they pay the most for their leg days 2 days later. Both are normal responses to exercise. What is DOMS? DOMS is perceived as a dull, aching pain in […]