Piriformis Syndrome in Runners – Symptoms & Treatments
Piriformis Syndrome in Runners – Symptoms & Treatments If you’re a runner and you’ve ever felt a sharp pain in the buttocks and sciatic nerve area, there are several diagnoses possible, including piriformis syndrome. We explain what it is and...
Lymphoedema
LymphoedemaLymphoedema is a medical condition characterised by the accumulation of protein-rich fluid in the interstitial spaces of the tissues. It results from the dysfunction of the lymphatic system, leading to impaired lymphatic drainage.Lymphoedema can occur as a...
Acute injury management: Forget RICER, its time for PEACE & LOVE
Acute injury management: Forget RICER, its time for PEACE & LOVE Oh no, you just rolled your ankle. Quickly, grab the ice! Or, based recent advances in science, maybe don’t… For years we have been told to manage an acute injury with RICER – Rest, Ice,...
Is there a genetic basis for running performance?
Is there a genetic basis for running performance? The age old debate over nature vs nurture will always be a focus with development and potential for many aspects of human performance. In athletes it is well accepted that those who come from a family history of tall,...
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