Is It Better to Rest or Stay Active with Plantar Fasciitis?
If you’re dealing with plantar fasciitis, finding the right balance between rest and activity is key. Complete rest can lead to stiffness, while too much activity can worsen the pain.
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy after Cervical Cancer Treatment
As part of Cervical Cancer Awareness Week, we wanted to take the opportunity in this blog to shine a light on the important role that specialist pelvic health physiotherapy can play.
How Do I Know If I Sprained My Ankle?
Ankle sprains ordinarily occur during exercise or sports requiring a rapid change of direction, jumping and landing. However, an ankle sprain can also occur from something as simple as missing a step or rolling your ankle on an uneven surface.
Achilles Tendon Rupture: Everything you Need to Know
The achilles tendon is a strong fibrous cord at the back of the ankle that connect the calf muscles to the heel bone. An achilles tendon rupture typically happens during recreational sport involving, running or jumping.
Recovering from an Ankle Sprain
Regardless of the severity of the ankle injury, rehabilitation and strengthening must be carried out in order to prevent ongoing disability, avoid recurrent ankle sprains, or chronic ankle instability in the future.
Can Wearing Orthotics Affect Your Running Performance?
Orthotics are inserts which can be custom made or purchased off the shelf. Your foot is more mechanically efficient when you use orthotic inserts
Strength Training for Cyclists: Pros and Cons
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 cycling.
What Causes Foot Numbness When Running?
Foot numbness is a relatively common problem for runners and is normally easily remedied. You will find numbness in one part of your foot or just in your toes.