Shin splints are an overload injury to the connective tissue (tenoperiosteum) that joins the muscles of the lower leg to the shin bone (tibia). Contraction of …
running injuries
Proximal hamstring tendinopathy
Hamstring injuries are one of the most common afflictions in sport, and despite a vast amount of research and various rehabilitation programs, re-injury is …
The Benefits of Running Retraining
As a recreational sport running is becoming increasingly popular. This is partly due to a growth in awareness of its potential benefits, including but not …
Taping versus Bracing for Lateral Ankle Sprains
Ankle sprains are one of the most common sports injuriesand can result in significant time away from training and games. Most ankle sprains are inversion …
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Strength Training for Distance Running
Strength Training for Distance Running Runners have always had a very uncertain relationship with strength training. The most obvious reason as to why is …
Iliotibial Band Syndrome in Runners
The iliotibial band (ITB) is a wide sheath of fascial tissue that travels down the outside aspect of the thigh and is considered a continuation of the tensor …
