Can Emotional Stress Cause Neck Pain?
Introduction Neck pain is a common problem we see in clinic at Sports Therapy One, and a particular complaint that many people experience at some point in their lives. It can be caused by various factors, including poor posture, injuries, and certain diseases. However, one factor that is often overlooked is emotional stress. In this […]
Is Your Back Pain Here to Stay? Not If You Read This!
Are you tired of constantly dealing with nagging back pain? Do you often find yourself wondering if there is any hope for relief? Well, I have some good news for you. In this article, we will dive deep into the world of back pain and explore whether it truly has to be a lifelong struggle […]
The Benefits of Regular Sports Massage
Regular sports massage is a highly effective method for enhancing the performance and recovery of athletes across various sports disciplines such as running, cycling, football, rugby, CrossFit, triathlon, weightlifting, golf, and tennis. It involves manipulating the soft tissue to improve blood circulation, reduce muscle tension, break down adhesions, and alleviate pain. Regardless of whether one […]
Uncovering the Mystery of Sciatica!
Sciatica is a common condition that affects many people worldwide. It is characterized by pain, numbness, or tingling sensation that radiates from the lower back down to the leg, following the path of the sciatic nerve. This discomfort often arises when this nerve is pinched or irritated. If you’re grappling with this condition, you might […]
Sports Therapy – An Essential Component to a Successful Marathon Training Plan
You have the trainers, the shorts, the vest, a swanky GPS watch and a killer 12-to-16-week marathon training plan ready to go…….. Not so fast! Unfortunately, the importance of staying healthy and injury free only becomes a factor for most people once they have picked up that nasty niggle, or a horrible ill-timed injury that […]
The Truth About Plantar Fasciitis
What is plantar fasciitis? The plantar fascia is a band of tough fibre on the bottom of your foot. It runs from your toes to your heel and forms the arch of your foot. Plantar fasciitis is an acute painful condition that happens when the plantar fascia tissue gets injured and inflamed. This makes your […]
Medial Tibialis Stress Syndrome (MTSS)
AKA – Shin Splints What are Shin Splint? Shin splints is a term often referring to pain along the shin bone (tibia). The medical term is known as Tibial Stress Syndrome. You may also see this referred to as medial or lateral tibialis stress syndrome which simply translates to where the site of pain is […]
ITB Syndrome – A Review of the Evidence
A recent study aimed to explore the evidence surrounding ITB syndrome, in terms of pathology and management. We reviewed this study in the latest issue of our Research Reviews – where industry experts break down the most recent and clinically relevant studies, for immediate application in the clinic. STUDY TITLE: Iliotibial […]
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM) has been around for century’s and has helped many people overcome painful musculoskeletal conditions. This has been attributed to the fact that the instruments offer a great way to scan the tissue, giving the therapist an accurate picture of what’s going on under the surface. The therapist is then […]