Tim, Author at Active Podiatry

Is running bad for your knees? The myth vs the reality.

Running and Knee Health: The Myth vs. Reality The idea that running is inherently bad for your knees is a common myth, but current research suggests otherwise. In fact, running might even be beneficial for knee health in many cases. Let’s break down what the evidence says: Myth: Running Causes Knee Osteoarthritis Many people believe…

Do I need a Gait Analysis?

Do I need a gait analysis? The aim of a gait analysis is to identify if the way you walk and run is contributing to or increasing your risk of injury. Movement patterns such as excessive rolling in of the foot, or pronation, and instability at the hips due to hip muscle weakness, can…

Heel That Pain – Plantar Fasciitis

What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar Fasciitis, or Plantar Fasciopathy, is a repetitive strain injury to the thick band of connective tissue, called the Plantar Fascia, which runs underneath the foot and gives extra support and stability when standing and walking. As it is a major load bearing structure of the foot it is predisposed to…

What causes pain on the outside of the foot?

Are you struggling with this? Book an appointment Pain on the outside of the foot, from the heel to the toes, is quite common in active people and can have different causes, with the majority being due to overuse. Traumatic injuries to the foot such as ankle sprains, stress fractures and dislocation can…

Why is it important to do exercises as part of your recovery from injury?

Last year I found myself in the position of having to do the exercises that I regularly give to my patients, as I injured my calf while out running. I found out that, yes, exercises are repetitive and boring! And of course as a result I didn’t want to do them, but I also understood…