RUNNER INJURY PREVENTION
Get ready to start the race as fresh as you were on the first day of training. KNEE PAIN INJURIES (you “kneed” to treat immediately) Ankle mobility is sometimes the culprit, and so are tight muscles and quads, but it turns out most knee pain is probably more about the hips. Running is a series […]
WHIPLASH INJURY
A whiplash injury is most commonly thought of as an injury sustained during a car accident. However, it can occur during any incident where there is a sudden change in speed on the body. Your head is heavy, weighing approximately 5kg. Your muscles and soft tissues surrounding your neck do a very good job of […]
What makes joint stiff (Why they hurt and how to treat them)
Potential causes of stiff joints and what to do about them Many people experience stiff joints as they age. Others may experience joint stiffness due to medical conditions and lifestyle choices. As you age, your cartilage –– the spongy material that protects the ends of your bones — begins to dry out and stiffen. Your […]
