Running Injury Warning Signs
Warning signs of potential running injuries. It is thought that approximately 50% to 60% of club and recreational runners experience injuries each year! Overuse injuries,
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Heel Toe Walk (Spring Walk)
Walk slowly across the floor Start with a heel strike and once you get to the forefoot push-off, come up onto the toes Swing the
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60 Degree Bent Knee Heel Raise
Lean into a wall and slightly bend your knees. Perform your heel raise from the ankle. Take the load on one leg, keeping the knee
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Windlass Heel Raise
Place your big toes on a rolled-up towel. Raise both heels for 3 seconds, hold for 2 seconds, and lower for 3 seconds.
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Front Foot Stretch
The front foot stretch is excellent for stretching the front of the foot. Start with your foot pointing towards you, and use your hand to
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Toe Walks
Toe walking exercises are excellent for strengthening and stabilizing your lower legs, targeting key muscles in the calves, ankles, and feet. Try these two variations:
Forward T To Spiderman
The Forward T to Spiderman movement exercise is an advanced, dynamic drill that enhances coordination, strength, and agility, serving as a bridge between basic strengthening
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Pinch Grip Test
The pinch grip test, also known as the pinch grip strength test, assesses median nerve compression or dysfunction, especially in carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). What
What’s In A Sports First Aid Kit?
A sports first aid kit contains items specifically tailored to address common sports injuries and medical issues. In particular, during sports and physical activities. In
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Ruptured Spleen
A ruptured spleen may occur following a direct blow to the left side of the stomach or back. This will often be from road accidents
Bruised Spleen
A bruised spleen (or spleen contusion) is bruising to the spleen which occurs after a direct impact to the upper left abdomen. Seek medical attention
Kidney Laceration
A kidney laceration (or rupture) occurs following a blunt impact to the lower back region, such as from a fall. The extent of the injury
Scapula Fracture
A scapula fracture is a break in the shoulder blade bone at the back of the shoulder. This is a relatively uncommon injury, making up