Understanding Occlusion Training: A Revolutionary Rehabilitation and Fitness Tool
Occlusion training, also known as blood flow restriction (BFR) training used by Wandsworth Physiotherapy, is an innovative technique used in fitness and rehabilitation. It involves restricting blood flow to working muscles during exercise, typically using a specialised cuff or band. This method has gained significant attention for its ability to enhance strength and muscle growth […]
Understanding and Managing Muscle and Fascial Injuries in Runners
ITB syndrome and plantar fasciitis in runners Running, a sport celebrated for its simplicity, can sometimes unravel the intricate web of muscles and fascia in the human body, leading to injuries that challenge even the most seasoned athletes. In this article, we will delve into three common afflictions that haunt runners – iliotibial band (ITB) […]
Understanding Shin Splints in Runners
Do I have shin splint? Shin splints is a common colloquial term used to describe pain along the shinbone, which is the large front bone in the lower leg. However, it’s important to recognise that shin splints can be a broad and imprecise term, as various conditions can lead to similar symptoms. Runners, often experience […]
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 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 […]
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, […]
Marathon training season. Prevent a training injury…
Marathon training 2023 Marathon season is upon us once again, and we have lots of marathons and half marathons coming up this spring so I thought I would send out this email to help you identify the most common running injuries that you might suffer from during your training and what you can do if […]
Deep gluteal pain syndrome
Why do I have a pain in the buttock? Buttock pain can be such a pain, accurately diagnosing it and treating it can also be challenging as there are various things that can be causing the pain. These include: Referred pain from the lower back It’s quite common for joints that are aggravated […]
Shockwave Therapy in Wandsworth
The role of shockwave therapy in tendon pain What is shockwave therapy? Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT), also known as shockwave was first used in clinical settings in the 1980s for the management of various urologic conditions. Its early success led to it being used to improve fracture healing due to its ability to improve bone […]
