On landing, the foot distributes the weight and prepares to propel the leg forward via various mechanisms that contribute to the movement of running. Before this takes place the normal anatomical structure of the foot can go through various deviations which are appropriate to each individual. Anatomical Factors of Running Pronation is the most natural […]
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Plantar Fasciitis – the Big 5 – die 5 häufigsten Laufverletzungen Definition Eine Entzündung der Plantar fascia, ein starkesm, faserartiges Bandgewebe auf der Unterseite des Fußes, das von der Ferse bis zur Unterseite der Zehen verläuft. Wenn es zu viel Druck ausgesetzt ist, dehnt sich die Plantar fascia zu weit und reißt ein, und das […]
Plantar Fasciitis – die 5 häufigsten Laufverletzungen is a post from: Time-to-Run Injuries
This article is provided by Teri Burgess, resident Physiotherapist from Time-to-Run Cape Town, covering Recurrent Hamstring injuries. Teri is also the contributor of the hugely popular article, covering the 5 most common running injuries, aptly named The BIG Five. Picture it… you’re gliding up your favourite long hill, breathing well, legs feeling strong. You reach the […]
Recurrent Hamstring injuries is a post from: Time-to-Run Injuries
How to regain your fitness after injury or illness The quickest way to get your fitness back after a lay-off is to find a three-minute hill. Let’s say that things are going really well with your training. You’re steadily getting fitter and racing faster as you get ready for that big race in a couple […]
How to regain your fitness is a post from: Time-to-Run Injuries
Rest; Ice; Compression; Elevation Rest: Immediate rest from the movement allows the muscle to begin recovery without any more damage being done. Ice: Ice should be applied as soon as possible. This will slow down circulation and thus reduce localised bleeding. Ice should be wrapped in a wet cloth to prevent ice burn. It should […]
Rice for Injury Treatment is a post from: Time-to-Run Injuries
Injuries are the pits. The physical part is bad enough, but mentally they can be even worse. Half of your brain rationally advises caution while the other half screams, “Get out the door!” To control injuries, whilst you are in heavy training for a race like the Two Oceans Marathon, it’s not enough to just […]
Minimise impact to reduce injury risk is a post from: Time-to-Run Injuries
Mechanism of Hamstring Injury. Musculoskeletal imbalances Any breakdown in the effective function of the legs and pelvis during running may predispose to injury. Examples include: postural changes due to muscle tightness lumbar or sacro-iliac joint stiffness poor co-ordination of movement or early fatigue associated with muscle weakness leg length discrepancy (LLD) which will affect pelvic […]
Mechanism of injury — Hamstring is a post from: Time-to-Run Injuries
Injuries are the pits. The physical part is bad enough, but mentally they can be even worse. Half of your brain rationally advises caution while the other half screams, “Get out the door!” To control injuries, whilst you are in heavy training for a race like the Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon, it’s not enough […]
To reduce injury risk, you need to minimise impact is a post from: Time-to-Run Injuries
Many runners have had the experience of having a peaceful night of sleep interrupted suddenly and without warning by a severe cramp in some part of their leg or foot, and to make matters worse there is often residual pain even after the cramping has disappeared. Although these cramps happen to people of all ages, […]
Leg and Foot Cramps is a post from: Time-to-Run Injuries
It is a major challenge to discuss in detail the nature and treatment of all running injuries. Knowing the cause and providing detailed information regarding the treatment of injuries is always made more difficult without being able to analyse the symptoms. In our approach we will attempt to provide you with sufficient tips to consider […]
Injury Treatment Approaches – Your Approach to Treatment is a post from: Time-to-Run Injuries