Ankle injuries are some of the most common in sport, and they can affect anyone—whether you’re an elite athlete or someone who enjoys weekend activities. Weak ankles can lead to instability, a higher risk of sprains, and discomfort during physical activity. Strengthening the muscles around the ankle joint not only improves stability and performance butContinue reading “5 exercises to strengthen your ankles”
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Sports Therapy myths debunked: Separating fact from fiction
Sports therapy is an essential field that helps athletes and active individuals prevent injuries, recover from setbacks, and perform at their best. Yet, despite its growing popularity, there are still many misconceptions about what sports therapy is, who it’s for, and how it works. In this blog post, we’re going to look at some ofContinue reading “Sports Therapy myths debunked: Separating fact from fiction”
Sports Therapy for the aging population: Maintaining mobility and independence
As we age, maintaining physical health becomes more important than ever. For many older adults, the challenges of aging—such as joint pain, muscle weakness, and reduced mobility—can have a significant impact on daily life, limiting independence and making even simple tasks more difficult. However, with the right approach, it is possible to slow down orContinue reading “Sports Therapy for the aging population: Maintaining mobility and independence”
How does hydration reduce injury risk?
Whether you exercise for fun or are a professional athlete, the correct hydration is vital to your performance. On average the human body is 60% water, and it is important to maintain this while exercising. As much as 2 litres of water per hour can be lost whilst exercising, mainly through sweating. Therefore in orderContinue reading “How does hydration reduce injury risk?”
Rugby Injuries & Prevention
Did you know that over the course of the competitive rugby season, approximately 50% of players will suffer an injury? It comes as little surprise that injuries in rugby are more common than in football. In fact, by playing rugby your risk of injury is increased by up to 3x that of what it isContinue reading “Rugby Injuries & Prevention”
Five Exercises to Strengthen Your Knees
Your knees are one of the most stressed joints in your body so it comes as no surprise that knee injuries are common among athletes and non-athletes alike. It is a common misconception that only the older population suffer from knee injuries. Injuries to the knee can be divided into two main categories: acute andContinue reading “Five Exercises to Strengthen Your Knees”
Strength Training for Runners
Each year an estimated 1 billion pairs of running shoes are sold worldwide. With so many people taking part in this sport, what is their secret to performing at their best? In order to run faster, further, and for longer, a runner needs to be strong. To achieve this, runners need to strength train inContinue reading “Strength Training for Runners”
Effective Recovery After Exercise
For many of you it will be welcome news that later on this week gyms will be able to re-open, along with outdoor sport resuming. But how is it best to recover from training so that you’re ready for your next session? This blog looks at what you should be doing to help look afterContinue reading “Effective Recovery After Exercise”
What is Sports Therapy and who is it for?
Despite the job title initially suggesting that we only treat sports people, this isn’t the case. Every day we treat people from all walks of life- whether you’re injured from sport, or have aches and pains from day-to-day life you could benefit from Sports Therapy treatment. What is the difference between Sports Therapy and Physiotherapy?Continue reading “What is Sports Therapy and who is it for?”
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