Running Injuries – New and updated: Understanding and Managing Patello-femoral Pain.

What is runner’s knee? Patello-femoral joint pain (PFP), often referred to as runner’s knee, is the most prevalent running injury characterised by pain around or behind the patella (kneecap). This condition frequently affects physically active individuals, particularly athletes and runners. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and effective management strategies is crucial for those grappling with this […]

Understanding Dizziness: Exploring Vestibular Disorders and Management Strategies

Understanding Vestibular Disorders Dizziness is a common sensation that many people experience at some point in their lives. It can manifest in various forms and can stem from different underlying causes. Among the multitude of reasons for dizziness, vestibular disorders stand out as a significant contributor. These disorders affect the vestibular system, which is responsible […]

Understanding Tendinopathy in Runners: A Comprehensive Overview

Tendinopathy is a common affliction among runners, often characterised by pain, stiffness, and reduced performance. Tendon pain in runners can be attributed to various factors, each associated with specific stages on the tendinopathy continuum. Tenosynovitis, acute reactive tendinopathy, and chronic overload tendinopathy are three key components. Tenosynovitis: This refers to inflammation of the tendon sheath, […]

Running gait analysis and retraining

Running gait analysis in Wandsworth Unfortunately, there is little evidence that gate retraining impacts injury prevention, training or performance. However, we must remember that scientific research is often behind or lacking in areas where we have strong suspicions and anecdotal evidence that supports an intervention is effective. It’s also important to remember that there is […]

Wandsworth Physiotherapy’s Run Fit Assessment:

A Comprehensive Approach to Preventing and Treating Running Injuries As the popularity of running continues to soar, so does the risk of injuries associated with this high-impact activity. Recognising the need for a proactive and personalised approach to injury prevention and treatment, Wandsworth Physiotherapy has developed the Run Fit assessment. This innovative screening tool goes […]

What causes running injuries?

We have established that running, is not bad for your joints, or it doesn’t accelerate joint wear compared to non-runners anyway. Unfortunately wear and tear in our body is a process we all experience to different degrees, but it doesn’t necessarily mean we can’t carry on with some of the things we want to do, […]

Running Does Not Harm Your Joints or Increase Arthritis Risk

Running and arthritis We get asked this all the time at Wandsworth Physiotherapy and Osteopathy. For years, a pervasive myth has circulated in fitness circles that running is bad for your back, hips and knees and can lead to an increased risk of arthritis. However, recent research challenges this notion, providing evidence that not only […]

An interview with Wandsworth Physiotherapy

How did Wandsworth Physiotherapy & Osteopathy come about? Wandsworth Physiotherapy and Osteopathy was set up by Steve Hines in 2013. Steve has a background in elite sports and wanted to bring that knowledge and skill to everyday people who love sports or suffer from pain and dysfunction. Steve started by using a room on Old […]

Ultrasound guided shoulder injections

Do I need an ultrasound guided shoulder injection? Shoulder pain is a common complaint that affects millions of individuals worldwide, often stemming from various causes such as rotator cuff injuries, bursitis, tendon pain, or arthritis. Managing shoulder pain can be challenging, and one of the key components of effective treatment is accurate diagnosis and targeted […]

Ultrasound guided steroid injections

There are a number of injections we can perform at Wandsworth physiotherapy, including steroid injections into joints, tendon sheaths, and bursa. We use either Depo-medrone or Kenalog, and these are usually combined with a local anaesthetic. We use 1% lidocaine, which is a shorter acting anaesthetic that can last two or three hours, or we […]