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How to Run with Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis is inflammation of the band of tissue (ligament) which stretches underneath the sole of the foot, and is one of the most common causes of heel pain. This ligament supports the arch of the foot and connects the base of the toes to the heel, whilst a pad of fat cushions the heel and Plantar Fascia from impact when we run or walk. How will I know if […]
How to Run with Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is reduced bone density, where the bones are more porous and more likely to fracture upon impact or with a fall. Far from causing osteoporosis, weight-bearing exercises such as running actually increase bone density and help to prevent, or at least slow down the development of this disease. Although osteoporosis is often found in elite female runners, the cause is actually from low body weight and lack of menstruation, […]
How to Run With Heel Spurs
A heel spur is a bony outgrowth of the heel bone caused by connective tissue inflammation. Heel spurs usually occur underneath the heel or where the tendons of the calf muscles insert into the calcaneus (heel bone), and often happen in conjunction with tendonitis of the Achilles tendon. How will I know if I have heel spurs? Heel spurs cause tenderness and pain underneath or at the back of the […]
How to Run with Sprained Ankle
Ankle sprains are one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries, and are caused by a sudden over-stretching and tearing in the ankle ligaments, usually when we twist or ‘go over’ on an ankle. A ligament tear can be partial or complete, and this dictates the level of the injury and how long it will take to mend. An ankle sprain is more likely if you have previously sprained your ankle, […]
How Running Gait Affects Your Running?
A normal or ‘neutral’ foot strike will create even wear and tear on shoe soles and heels, and your footprint will show your toes and forefoot connected to the heel with a broad band on the outside of the footprint. If your footprint does not look like this, you may over-pronate (roll in) or under-pronate or supinate (fail to roll in enough). DIY podiatry with the wet footprint test To […]