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How to avoid Running Injuries

Find information on the best techniques for Running Injury Prevention, latest research on Running Injury Management & Treatment including what to do in the first few hours of getting an injury.

  • Real Gait Analysis for Injury Prevention

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    Fifty percent of all runners become injured each year, and new runners are no exception. A gait analysis could significantly reduce your risk of developing a running injury and be the key to injury-free running and consistent training. Dr. Jessica Leitch...
  • Lower Back Pain: Misalignment and Treatment

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    Pain in your lower back? Many people run to get fit, but it is important to make sure your back is fit enough to run before you start. Knowing about your spine and what happens to it when you run is the best way to keep it healthy and strong. C linical...
  • The Common Cold. Are runners more likely to get a cold?

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    Are runners more susceptible to the common cold? Fiona Bugler looks at the facts and offers advice on how to avoid a cold this winter. What it is? Also known as an upper respiratory tract infection, what we know as a 'cold' will include symptoms...
  • Foam Rollers: Essential Runners' Guide

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    How to use a foam roller to stretch out four key areas of the leg. Giles Gyer from Osteon explains. Hidden in the dusty corners of most gyms, or lurking under the bed next to the exercise equipment you thought looked awesome at 3am on that TV shopping...
  • Pain in the foot? How to tie your shoe laces to relieve pain.

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    If you're suffering from pain in your foot then there might be a simple solution in the way you tie your shoe laces. Giles Gyer from Osteon explains how. Depending on where the pain is on your foot and how it's manifesting itself, you can try...
  • Five Reasons to Take Recovery Seriously

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    Once you've started running the last thing you want is an injury holding you back. From amateurs to Olympic athletes, injury can be a mental as well as physical handicap and prevention is always better than cure. As well as making sure you choose...
  • Taking the Pain out of Running

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    Running injuries are no fun – here are some essential tips on how to avoid them. When you stop and think about it, compared with other sports running has an awful lot going for it. It’s one of the best and simplest forms of exercise...
  • Injury – What To Do In The Crucial First Hours

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    As a runner the chances are at some point you will suffer some form of soft tissue injury. The first 72 hours after injury are the key to making a quick recovery. Here’s what to do. Soft tissue injuries like torn muscles, sp rained ligaments...
  • Hip pain when running

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    When running your hip will bear over 7 times your body weight so it's no wonder that hip injuries are common. The month's bulletin explains the causes of hip pain & how to spot them. This month’s topic does not often lead to an...
  • Hamstring Injuries

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    In this month’s bulletin read about the causes of hamstring injuries, how to recognise the severity of an injury and advice on prevention and recovery. The ‘Pulled’ Hamstring We’ve all heard this term before, and...
  • Shin Splints

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    Runner's shins can be susceptible to injury so this month's bulletin is on shin splints, what they are & what to do if you get them. Welcome back to the Running Bug’s Sports Injury Bulletin. Hopefully you are perusing this article...
  • Jumpers Knee

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    Jumper's Knee is a common complaint amongst runners and can cause much pain and discomfort. Here's how to recognise the symptoms, the treatment required and the steps to recovery. This month’s injury is one seen to a high degree in explosive...
  • Foot Injury - Plantar Fasciitis

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    Our feet perform several functions and are put under considerable strain. Hence it's no surprise they're susceptible to injury. Find out about Plantar Fasciitis, one of the most common injuries. Hi and welcome to another dose of the Running...
  • Sprained Ankle

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    Sprained ankle, we’ve all had one at some point or other. This month’s bulletin tells us the causes, how to diagnose it and what to do if you’re unlucky enough to get one. Welcome back to the Sports Injury Bulletin. This article will...
  • The Gift of Rest

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    Who better than running coach Martin Yelling, husband of Olympic runner Liz Yelling, to give you permission to swap your running shoes for slippers now and then this Christmas? From novice joggers to experienced athletes, this time of year is all about...
  • Runner’s Knee

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    Join Bug member Ross for his regular bulletin on common running injuries, what they are, how to recognise them and how we can help avoid them. First off runner's knee. Hi, and welcome to The Running Bug’s first instalment of the...