Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome: Shin Splints!
Medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS), previously known as shin splints, is one of the most common injuries among runners. A whopping 10-20% of runners will experience MTSS. MTSS presents as a diffuse pain along the inside border of the shin (tibia), typically in the lower 4-6cm. Most commonly, the pain is caused by overuse or […]
Tendinopathy – A Runner’s Achilles Heel
Anatomy The Achilles tendon is a shared tendon of 3 muscles: gastrocnemius, soleus, and plantaris. These muscles originate in the calf and the Achilles tendon inserts on to our heel bone, the calcaneous. Together, these three muscles help us point our toes, jump, and propel ourselves forward when running and walking. The Achilles tendon is […]
RUNNER’S KNEE: What is it & How to Prevent it
The condition commonly referred to as ‘runner’s knee’ may also be known as patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). PFPS is one of the most common knee problems among runners and cyclists. PFPS presents as vague pain and stiffness around the knee, which can sometimes be narrowed down to the inside or outside areas of the kneecap or […]
What Runners Need To Know About Stretching
It’s a common misconception that static stretching as part of your warm-up will help to prevent injury. Static stretching refers to taking the muscle into a lengthened position and holding it for around 30 seconds to increase flexibility and range of motion. Static stretching increases muscular compliance. Compliance is essentially the pliability of a muscle. […]
‘THE BIG 3’ EXERCISES FOR YOUR CORE
‘THE BIG 3’ EXERCISES FOR YOUR CORE The ‘core’ is comprised of a number of muscles working together to achieve and maintain a stable spine. Having a solid core is extremely important for runners! A strong core and a core with great endurance (most importantly) allow us to move our hips, legs, and arms with […]
From Treatment to Training – It’s All the Same!
Today we are going to discuss anatomy from a biophysiology standpoint, so bear with me here as this blog will become very relevant to you as we tie everything together at the end. The newest buzzword in manual therapy is fascia, but fascia is only one of several substances forming the most abundant of human […]
Three Exercises to Help Decrease Foot Pain
Foot pain is all too common among runners, and there are a number of sources. One very common source of foot pain is the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia is a thick band of connective tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot. The stiffness of this fascia (among other things) helps to maintain the […]
