Shoulder Pain In Multisport Athletes Part I
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Running
To Stretch or not to Stretch?
Written by Physio Myles Burfield As an athlete I have been part of sporting cultures in individual and team sports at amateur and elite levels. Like any athlete I suffered injuries and wanting a quick recovery I would eagerly listen …
What is “Footballers Groin”?
By Sports Physio, Greg Wootton Groin pain is commonly reported by young sports participants, particularly young males that play kicking sports. What are the Signs and Symptoms of Footballers Groin? An athlete with Footballers Groin will typically report pain, tightness …
Recovery… An Overlooked Factor Affecting Optimal Performance
By Principal Remedial Massage Therapist, Thea Dillon If you’ve been training for the past few months with the goal of racing or participating in a major event like the Gold Coast Marathon or Kokoda Challenge, you’ll understand how difficult it …
Plantar Foot Pain & Plantar Fascitis: Pain Under the Bottom of Your Foot
What is the plantar fascia? The plantar fascia is a thick band of connective tissue on the sole of the foot which spans from the heel to the toes. It helps to create foot stability through the arch, and acts …
The most common reason for Knee pain: Patello-Femoral (“P-F”) Knee pain
Hurting Knees when you run or ride? Perhaps you should read this – Patello-femoral (PF) Knee Pain “Patello-femoral pain” is a general term used to describe pain at the front of the knee that arises from the articulation of the knee-cap …
What are Shin Splints?
By Physio Rob Taylor Shin splints is a term that is used to describe pain on the inside of the shin, usually caused by running and sports that involve running (such as rugby or soccer). We find that many of …
Exercises when travelling to prevent blood clots
By Gold Coast Physio & Sports Health Massage Therapist Fred Impens With Christmas and School holidays coming soon many of you are probably making plans to drive or fly to your holiday destination . If so, please keep in mind …
Knee pain when you run or ride? It could be ITB Friction
By Sports & Exercise Physio & Olympic Physio, Britt Caling What is the ITB?The Iliotibial band (ITB) is a thickened sheet of connective tissue (fascia) that originates at the edge of your pelvis/hip and then runs laterally down the outside …
Trail vs Road Running
Words by Britt Caling, APA titled Sports & Exercise Physio. Why not do some Trail Running to complement your Road Running training? So you think Trail Running and Road Running are the same thing? Wrong! Trail running is the off-road …
