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Stretching – do we need it?

Aug 15, 2019
2 min

Stretching – do we need it?

Muscle “tightness” is a common problem which affects many people. Regardless of its cause, it can reduce joint range of motion overtime which may indirectly affect physical performance or increase the risk of injury. Stretching is a well-known intervention, frequently used by athletes or people involved in rehabilitation or fitness programs, which is used to reduce and/or prevent muscles from becoming tight. Despite the fact many of us engage in regular exercise, we often do

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Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

Jul 11, 2019
1 min

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) is the term used to describe pain in the front of the knee, generally around the knee cap (patella). It is most common in females and young adults, especially those who play sport, and may be referred to as “runner’s knee” or “jumper’s knee.” The main causes of PFPS include vigorous or repetitive physical activity, a recent change in load (e.g. increasing running distances suddenly), abnormal tracking of the patella and muscle imbalances of

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Calf Strains

Jun 12, 2018
2 min

Calf Strains

The term ‘calf muscle’ is collective for a group of three muscles in the lower leg – Gastrocnemius, Soleus and Plantaris – all of which share a joint Achilles tendon that inserts onto the heel bone (calcaneus). Calf muscle strains are usually the result of a sudden acceleration force or eccentric overstretch, i.e. when a sportsperson lunges forward when playing tennis, or runs onto a kerb and the heel drops suddenly. They predominantly occur in the medial (inner side) Gastroc

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