Active Podiatry Blog Posts
What are the benefits of gait retraining and can it reduce the risk of injury? The idea behind gait retraining is to change elements of your running gait technique or style in order to effect a change, leading either to improvements in performance or a reduction in the risk of injury. As runners we are…
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What is an ankle sprain? An ankle sprain happens when the foot rolls out excessively, causing the supporting ligaments on the outside of the ankle to stretch and tear. This usually happens when walking on uneven ground or participating in sports. How do I know if I’ve got one? There will usually be a…
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Recently I have had a couple of runners call in, both claiming to have problems with their Achilles tendon, and in both cases it wasn’t that at all! Very reasonable assumptions from them as the pain was in that area, but a careful taking of the injury history followed by a detailed examination revealed…
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When and how to return to running after a running injury How do I get there from here? A common concern expressed by injured runners I see is how to manage their recovery back to running after a lay off. Obviously it is not sensible to go straight back to preinjury levels of running,…
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Does running form have an influence on the risk of running injury? Wouldn’t it be nice if there was a perfect running technique that would guarantee you to stay injury free, even better if it was easy? There is no shortage of books, online courses and running gurus out there all advocating…
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Getting a running related injury can be frustrating, there is no doubt about it. But consider this. Once the injury has occurred, the recovery starts as the body does what it does best, healing the injured tissue, and everything you do from that point on either helps or delays recovery. Taking the wrong advice, pushing…
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3 Top Tips for Planning a Long Distance Walk Embarking on a long-distance walk can be an invigorating and rewarding experience, allowing you to immerse yourself in nature, challenge your physical limits, and discover stunning landscapes. Whether you’re considering a multi-day hike on a famous trail or creating your own unique route, careful planning…
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This is a ‘brain dump’ of some of my top tips to reduce your risk of getting a running related injury. All of these are based on evidence, experience and common sense! Follow the 80/20 rule. 80% of your runs should be easy with 20% at high intensity. Back to back runs are ok,…
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Plantar Plate Tear. Your questions answered. Introduction: Plantar plate tear is a common injury that affects the ligament in the ball of the foot, leading to pain, instability, and discomfort. This injury which almost nobody will have heard of (unless you have had it!) is actually quite a common foot problem that I…
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Turf Toe – What is it? Turf toe is a common sports injury that affects the big toe joint. It is caused by a sprain to the ligaments that attach the big toe to the foot. This injury is commonly seen in athletes who play on artificial turf, hence the name “turf toe.” However…
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