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Chances are that if you run or play any sports that requires a bit of running, you would have experienced discomfort in your calves at...

The quadriceps is the large muscle group at the front of your thigh. Weakness and/or inflexibility of the quads can lead to a variety of...

In this article I discuss what causes hamstring injuries and give you some practical tips and exercises to prevent them. It’s a summary...

The gluteus maximus muscle is the largest muscle in your bum. It not only propels you forward, but also plays an important role in hip...

The Gluteus Medius muscle is one of the key muscles when it comes to injury prevention and plays an important role in core stability ....

In this article I summarise the main points from the second episode of the Injury Prevention series which is all about core stability and...

I’m kicking the injury prevention series off by discussing the importance of position sense and how a lack of this can predispose you to...

The majority of running injuries that I see in practice fall into two groups. The first is caused by a weakness somewhere and could have...

It’s really important to understand that the act of sitting, as such, is NOT bad for your back. It is only when you sit for too long or...

This taping technique works really well for any injury that’s caused by over-pronation e.g. shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome) or tib post tendinopathy. However, taping is only part of the treatment. You should also strengthen the muscles around your hips and ankle. Need more help with your injury? You’re welcome to consult one of the team at SIP online via video call for an assessment of your injury and a tailored treatment plan. About the Author Maryke Louw is a

Foam rolling can be great to loosen off your calves when they’re tight from training. But there are times when foam rolling can actually...

There are a multitude of strengthening exercises that you can do for knee pain, but the leg press machine is by far my favourite exercise...

Injury usually has a way of striking just as you feel you’re on a roll or you’re finally in sight of your goal. I’m very familiar with...

It's natural for your hamstrings to feel a bit tight and stiff after training, and using a foam roller or doing hamstring stretches can...

Static streches are not bad for your - it depend on how you do them. How to do static stretches safely before your workouts.

This post was inspired by one of my patients that I saw in clinic last week. She’s a keen runner who is recovering from a foot injury....

A recent study by researchers in Finland has shown that an exercise programme consisting of specific stretching and strengthening...

When experts examine a runner’s technique they look several different variables including how the arms move, how the legs move, where the...

Knowing what type of practitioner to consult for your RSI can be tricky and getting it wrong can cost you a lot of money. The short...

Bones are normally very strong structures, but in some people they can become weak and easy to break – a condition known as osteoporosis....