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Diabetes is a lifelong condition that can cause foot problems. Some of these problems occur because the nerves & blood vessels supplying the feet are damaged, this can affect 1.. the feeling in the feet ( peripheral neuropathy) 2.. the circulation in the feet ( peripheral vascular disease or ischaemia ) These changes can be …
‘Rolling over the ankles’ is extremely common throughout sport and day-to-day activities. However, how do we effectively treat and manage an acute ankle sprain to decrease the chance of injury progression or reoccurrence? In this article, we will go through how to manage ankle rolls and how to start the injury rehab process… Going over …
Rotator Cuff pain is often caused by an inflamed, deteriorated, or torn rotator cuff tendon. Associated discomfort(s) can be localised to the back, side, or rear of the shoulder and may often be described as dull and/or achy with possible occasional sharp shooting pains. On occasion, the pain can also refer to the outside …
Piriformis syndrome is a condition in which the piriformis muscle, located in the buttock region, spasms and causes buttock pain. The piriformis muscle also can irritate the nearby sciatic nerve and cause pain, numbness and tingling along the back of the leg and into the foot (similar to sciatic pain). The piriformis muscle: Starts at the …
We all know how important it is that we stretch. We know that it helps our bodies in the long run. Yet so many of us still skip this important activity altogether. Failing to properly stretch is a mistake. Done right, stretching helps us improve our range of motion, flexibility, and recovery time. For anyone …
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In this article we will discuss why it is beneficial to warm up before playing golf and include some simple warm up exercises that can be included in any golf related warm up…. The main aim of warming up before golf is to elevate the heart rate and get the blood flowing around the body …
Running is a demanding activity and that it’s important to prepare for each run, physically and mentally. This is what a ‘warm-up’ is all about. It gives your heart, lungs, muscles and joints a chance to get primed for the activity to come. Equally post-run, you don’t want to stop suddenly and dive back on …
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Plantar Fasciitis Plantar fasciitis is the main cause of heel pain. Previously known as ‘policeman’s heel’, plantar fasciitis tends to be particularly worse in the morning, especially when taking your first few steps, after a long period on your feet, or initial weight bearing after sitting for a while. It …
Swimming has long been known to be a great form of exercise for both the physical and mental state, however like any sport, the risk of injury is prevalent if the body is overworked and overused. In this article, we talk about the benefits of swimming as a sport and the common injuries that can …
In a previous article we discussed the benefits and examples of post warm-up lower limb stretches. Leading on from this, we will talk about examples of upper limb stretches and how they can be beneficial to your sport and exercise routines… What IS the difference? Post warm-up stretches are very different compared to static stretches. …
BENEFITS AND EXAMPLES OF POST WARM-UP UPPER LIMB STRETCHES. Read More »
