Hello and welcome to 2020, we are kickstarting our blog section again. First up is one of our Podiatrists Dr Charlotte Dando, chatting about hypermobility and exercise. This is a topic close to Charlotte’s heart as she has hypermobility and uses strength training to help keep herself active. What is hypermobility Hypermobility is where the […]
Metatarsalgia is not a diagnosis – Part 1
I thought the topic of forefoot pain would be a nice one, as I have seen a few tweets with runners complaining of pain in the ball of the foot. I shall split the blog into 2 parts as it is a lengthy topic. As always if you are in pain, seek medical advice in […]
Forefoot Pain
Forefoot pain can be known as a generic term of metatarsalgia and is often used as a diagnosis which is incorrect. The forefoot is the front of the foot. There are many types of fore foot pain ranging from a Morton’s Neuroma to a stress fracture. Morton’s Neuroma Will typically present with a sharp and […]
Footwear
Correct and appropriate footwear is extremely important and is often over looked and neglected in all forms and level of athletes. Footwear needs to be correct for the person, the activity, the surface and type of motions involved. Footwear can be used as part of a treatment plan. There is some speculation surrounding running shoes […]
Exercise Induced Leg Pain
Exercise induced leg pain is the term used to describe pain in the leg (knee to ankle), however unfortunately the term ‘shin splints’ is still used by medical professionals, coaches and athletes. ‘Shin splints’ is a generic term that could mean one of many injuries and is not a diagnosis. ‘Shin splints’ is a confusing […]