Shin Splints are a condition that result in pain along the edge of the tibia (shinbone). These nasty little demons can be tamed with a little TLC. The pain is a result of…
Plantar Fasciitis is a painful condition affecting the heel and arch of the foot. The plantar fascia is a thick band of rigid tissue that extends from the heel to the toes. The function of this fascia…
Achilles Tendonitis is a painful condition affecting the area about one to two inches above your heel. The Achilles tendon transfers forces equivalent to four to eleven times your body weight when running. Initially (acute phase), a sheath around the tendon becomes inflamed, as the condition persist the inner substance of the tendon actually changes in structure resulting in a weakened tendon and pain (this is no longer an inflammatory condition). Recent research has provided better direction on how to treat this painful condition. Read more.
Calf Strain - You may feel this at the junction where the Achilles tendon blends into the muscle or right in the middle of the calf. Symptoms usually develop during a race or hard work out. You may be able to run just fine at slower speeds and shorter distances, but as the distance or speed increases, watch out…
Meniscus Injuries are the fourth most common injury in runners according to a study of over 2000 runners seeeking medical care. A tear in this cartilage may occurr from twisting in a squatted position. Symptoms include a locking or catching sensation in the knee as well as swelling.
Side Aches or “stitches” affect approximately 60% of runners and young runners are even more likely to experience side aches. Doctor Darren Morton at the Avondale Centre for Exercise Science in Australia is the leading expert in this field. He has been doing research on side aches, or exercise related transient abdominal pain (ETAP), for the past six years. According to Dr. Morton, side aches are most likely...
Cross Training allows you to train with less impact and hence less strain on the muscles and bones. This type of training allows you to maintain your current level of activity or fitness while recovering from an injury. For best results...
Strengthening. Several studies have been published over the past five years that have demonstrated the benefits of strengthening for treating running injuries. Unfortunately, the emphasis in treating runner's has been flexibility. While flexibility is important, much more can be done to speed recovery and prevent future injury.
Stretching. You don’t have to talk to many runners to find out that gently stretching an injured area, as well as other tight muscles, can accelerate your recovery. Read a summary of the most recent research on stretching and how it could effect your performance.
Principles of Recovery - Learn how to manage any injury and get back to running quickly! Discover how to grade your injury and how that relates to rest, cross training and more.
Return to Running - A sample training schedule to help you return to running with confidence.
Rest is a word that many runner's don't want to hear. Understanding the grade of your injury can help you determine how much, if any, rest is needed.
P.R.I.C.E.S.. This acronym describes the principles of sportsmedicine that can help you manage any injury.
Resource Center. Visit our resource center for links to medical information, research journals, products, running news and running clubs.
Shoes – A recent study conducted on runners in Vancouver, British Columbia reported that shoe age was a significant risk factor for injury. The optimum time to retire a shoe is unknown but if you feel an injury creeping up, the age of your shoe is one of the first things to consider. Click here to learn how to select the right shoe for you.
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