The growth of running and running related events has skyrocketed over the years due to it being a low cost and very accessible form of physical activity. Running has been shown to help promote physical fitness and healthier lifestyles. Although running does have its benefits, it also possesses downfalls such as developing injuries and conditions which can be debilitating and can even halt physical activity. read more
Have you ever experienced pain or have suffered an injury and were unsure whether to apply heat or ice? Quite often we find ourselves placed in these scenarios and are conflicted with our decisions which could either make our condition better or worse. Here are some tips and guidelines on when to apply heat or ice for pains and injuries. read more
Whether it be playing sport, taking the dog for a walk or simply walking to the shops, there is nothing more frustrating than rolling your ankle. Please read on if you are keen to learn more about these injuries and how to manage and prevent them… read more
Clinical Myotherapist, Anna discusses her achilles injury in depth which forces her to stop running. Find out what types of achilles tendon injuries there are, the most common causes, and treatment options. Anna also demonstrates some great exercises that form part of her rehabilitation. read more
Spring has arrived, the weather is warming up, and that means many of us will be returning to the garden on the weekends. We are getting back into those jobs that we have put off throughout the winter, such as mowing the lawn, pruning trees and planting veggies. These activities do carry with them an unfortunate risk of injury to our bodies, particularly our muscles, ligaments and joints. In this blog, we will discuss the Top 5 gardening injuries we see at Canterbury Health Hub our 5 simple solutions to help prevent them. read more
