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I really struggled to keep a straight face when I heard that one of our patients had had a “salmon sperm” injection for their tendonitis. But then I became curious and had a look at the research, and it turns out that it is actually a promising treatment – called polydeoxyribonucleotide (PDRN) therapy in medical circles. Here’s the state of play with regards to PDRN injections and tendon treatment.

Here’s what the people in the white lab coats found when they tested NAD+ supplements for exercise performance, post-exercise recovery, and recovery from injury.

Research shows altitude masks make workouts harder but don’t replicate true altitude training. Here’s what the science really says.

Learn how blood flow restriction (BFR) training works, its benefits for athletes and injury rehab, and how to use it safely. This evidence-based guide explains the science, optimal cuff pressures, and how to reduce risks so you can build strength and muscle with lighter loads.

Discover which treatments work best for proximal hamstring tendinopathy and which to avoid. This guide explains evidence-based strategies to reduce pain, restore tendon strength, and prevent flare-ups, with practical tips for faster, long-term recovery.

If you have proximal hamstring tendinopathy, certain stretches can actually make things worse instead of helping. In this article, we’ll look at the stretches to avoid and what you can do instead to ease the tightness and help your hamstring tendon to recover.

Yes, (most) injuries cause pain. But the severity of the pain is not linked to the severity of your injury, and sometimes pain can persist long after an injury has healed. Learn how pain is created and how to use this to guide your injury recovery.

Learn what causes proximal hamstring tendinopathy, how to recognise its symptoms and what stage your injury is in, as well as the tests used for diagnosis.

Proximal hamstring tendinopathy (aka high hamstring tendinopathy) can quite literally be a pain in the butt for runners. Learn how to decide whether you can run with proximal hamstring tendinopathy and how to adapt your running so it puts less strain on your injured tendons.

Intermittent pneumatic compression boots are marketed as high-tech tools for post-exercise recovery. But do they really work? This article reviews the latest scientific evidence on how effective compression boots are at aiding recovery and how they stack up against other active as well as passive recovery methods, including just plain rest.

Just chugging lots of water to rehydrate after a workout won't replace the salt you lost and might even worsen the electrolyte imbalance in your body. Here's our guide to the optimal mix of sodium, carbohydrates, and protein in your post-exercise rehydration drink, based on the latest research.

Red light therapy can be effective for treating many sports injuries and supporting post-exercise recovery. But each type of tissue (e.g. muscles, tendons) responds better to slightly different settings. And if you overuse it, it can actually slow healing! Read on to learn the ins and outs of how to use red light therapy at home for best results.

One of running’s worst-kept secrets is that caffeine boosts your performance. What is less well-known is how much caffeine to take, when, and in what form. Here’s our guide on how to get the most out of this wonderful substance for races over various distances.

People who proclaim (often quite vehemently) that arch-supporting insoles are bad for your feet because they weaken your muscles take too narrow a view of the subject. They’re ignoring that we have different bodies and genetics. Let’s look at what the research shows, why some people might need insoles more than others, and the various ways you can keep your feet and body strong while using them.

What the latest plantar fasciitis research says about shoe types and how to figure out what might work best for your feet.

What to do if the prescribed bridge exercises for your high hamstring tendinopathy are too painful.

We explain why it is fine to use ice to get relief from the debilitating pain that high hamstring tendinopathy can sometimes cause.

Learn how to balance sitting – not too much, not too little – to reduce pain and support your recovery from high hamstring tendinopathy.

Will running “wear your knees out”, and is running bad for you if you already have arthritis in the knees?

Here’s why a limb can be painful when your cast has been removed, and what you can do to get rid of the pain and get things back to normal.