Injury Prevention
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Gardening Tips to Save Your Back and Knees this Spring
September 30, 2017
Posted by Rachael BurkeAs the weather warms up many of us come out of hibernation. Spending time in the garden is a wonderful way to enjoy the sunshine and the outdoors. As Kiwis we love our gardens and Spring is the perfect time to dive back in to this favoured past time. However – as a Physio I ...
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Pain in the Calf Muscle!!
February 17, 2015
Posted by Jeff DixonCalf muscle injuries are a relatively common occurrence in active people. The calf is actually made up of three individual muscles: soleus, plantaris, and gastrocnemius. The plantaris muscle is a small, thin muscle that runs from the medial aspect of the distal femur (inside area of your lower thigh) down the middle area of ...
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May 20, 2014
Posted by Rachael BurkeHow to Avoid Running Injuries this Winter By incorporating these simple strategies in to your training, you can reduce the risk of running related injuries! 1. Choose your footwear wisely! Not all shoes are made equal so choose a shoe that is right for you! Seek advice here from a Podiatrist if in doubt 2. Stretch!! (Boring I ...
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