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BIOMECHANICS Foot fault: the common trigger for a wide range of sport injuries

This is the first of two articles aiming to provide athletes and coaches with sufficient information to use orthotic therapy for the treatment and prevention of sports injuries as well as for performance enhancement. This first article looks at the basic anatomical and biomechanical dysfunctions that often lead to overuse injuries in the musculoskeletal system. Continue reading “BIOMECHANICS Foot fault: the common trigger for a wide range of sport injuries”

SPORTS INJURY Orthotics: when self-help and sports therapies don’t go far enough

In the last issue, I looked at the basic anatomical and biomechanical dysfunctions that often lead to overuse injuries in the joints and specifically at the role of faulty foot mechanics. The current article goes on to consider a range of treatment regimes for chronic sports injuries, including orthotic therapy and prevention. The focus hereContinue reading “SPORTS INJURY Orthotics: when self-help and sports therapies don’t go far enough”

Common Running Injuries : Ways to Prevent Them

Running offers numerous health benefits and is accessible to anyone with a good pair of sneakers. The intense euphoric feeling that most of us experience after a run is what keeps us motivated to continue running. Yet, running is a strenuous, repetitive activity that is hard on the body. The best way to keep onContinue reading “Common Running Injuries : Ways to Prevent Them”

RECEIVE FREE 30 MIN SPINAL MASSAGE WHEN YOU BOOK A SPINAL HEALTH CHECK WITH OUR CHIRORPACTOR OR OSTEOPATH

On October 16th, we at Pure Healthcare Albany, join people from around the world to raise awareness on World Spine Day. This is all part of the Bone and Joint Decade, which began in 2010. This is a time to stop and take notice of the importance of looking after your spine – because, asContinue reading “RECEIVE FREE 30 MIN SPINAL MASSAGE WHEN YOU BOOK A SPINAL HEALTH CHECK WITH OUR CHIRORPACTOR OR OSTEOPATH”