For anyone dealing with posture and alignment related issues, Pilates has proven to be very beneficial. The main concept of Pilates is to encourage the body to move efficiently and with control. By improving flexibility …
Many beginner runners are aware of the multiple benefits that it can offer in terms of fitness levels and health. However, injury is always a risk especially knee pain which new runners can be prone to if the correct ru…
Strength training for cyclists has been a topic of conversation for many years. There are many arguments for and against including strength training as part of your fitness regime if you are looking to improve your cycli…
Over the weekend, clinic director and physiotherapist Aileen MaGuire was invited by Cow & Gate to speak about pelvic girdle pain and how to manage it during pregnancy. The lecture was presented to a number of midwive…
A calf muscle tear or calf strain, involves the tearing of the fibres within the muscle of the lower leg. These tears can range from being mild to very severe depending on the cause of the injury. Calf muscle tears gener…
Foot numbness is a relatively common problem for runners and is normally easily remedied. The numbness is usually localised to one part of the foot, or just the toes. Occasionally it may occur throughout the whole foot. …
