There are many common injury presentations for
runners. Achilles Tendonotis, Patellar tendonitis, Shin
splints, Plantar Fasciitis, Hamstring injuries Quadriceps, Iliotibial tract
External rotators and Back injuries are just a few. Many of these
injuries are preventable given the correct stretching and muscle
balancing exercises. Often there is dysfunction in the joints around the
hips and back which prevent the huge forces developed whilst running
from being dissipated throughout the body. Poor ability of some joints
to rotate will mean compensating elswhere. Usually on a short run this may not cause a
problem, however when stepping up to the longer races such as the marathon, breakdown will occurr
at the weakest point.
Correct trainers for your body weight
and size are essential, remember most trainers lose 50% of their
shock absorption capabilities within the first 50 miles. For a good
runner's website where many issue regarding stretching and running
are reviewe
d visit
www.time-to-run.com/britain.
Here
at the clinic we offer a full body check up for runners
including orthotic prescription. We also have special 5 session treatment
courses for runners, making it
affordable. For further details please email
enquiries@theosteopath.net
