Most common running injuries
It is the season of running, wether entering 10ks, half marathons or marathons!
March has already been a busy time for me treating the usual running injuries, as runners start to increase their training level and frequency.
The most common injuries that occur are:
Iliotibial Band Syndrome - The Iliotibial band is a sheath of connective tissue attaching muscles in the gluteal region to the outside (or lateral) surface of the tibia or shin bone. Cross friction massage helps loosen the tissue, improves the angle of the foot and can relieve pain in the knee.
Shin Splints - An inflammation of muscle attachments and interosseous membranes to the tibia or shin bone. Deep friction massage of this area can be very painful.
Plantar fasciitis - An inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick, fibrous band of tissue running from the heel to the base of the toes. Soft tissue massage helps to relieve this condition.
Achilles tendonitis - An inflammation of the Achilles tendon, which connects the two major calf muscles, gastrocnemius and soleus, to the back of the heel bone. Deep tissue massage whilst stretching is very effective.
Tight muscles - currently treating mainly the calf muscles and buttocks.
A regular sports massage will help to prevent injuries and also improve strength and endurance.
About the centre
- Holistic Life - Sports injury and wellness centre
- Cheadle Hulme, Stockport, Cheshire, United Kingdom
- A centre treating anything from sporting injuries to whiplash. The centre provides a calming space from within which fully qualified therapists provide a range of treatments. The services are intended to improve performance, mobilty and general wellness, enabling clients to live a healthier life. contact on 07770881876
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