Understanding and Managing Muscle and Fascial Injuries in Runners

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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) […]

Running gait analysis and retraining

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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:

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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?

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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

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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 […]

Marathon training season. Prevent a training injury…

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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 […]

Trainers sorted

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Gait assessment and running shoes for marathon training One of the first things to get sorted were my running shoes. I went to Runner’s Need in Clapham and I was recommended a pair of Brooks anti pronation trainers with a memory foam cushioned sole as I pronate slightly through my running cycle and I have […]

Marathon training 2020

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Marathon training plan I’m Grace, I am a physiotherapist working at Wandsworth Physiotherapy, and I have entered my first ever Marathon! Why? Good question! I guess firstly – it has always been on my to do list; a goal and a great achievement that I hope to complete. And I guess if I am being […]

Carbohydrate loading for the London Marathon

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What is carbohydrate loading? Carbohydrate loading is a concept that both athletes and the general pubic know of. This is largely due to the marketing of carbohydrate based products such as whole grains, sugary snack foods and sports drinks being the champion or elite sports performance, and in some part to information passed on via […]