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Achilles Tendinopathy Treatment Cape Town

Achilles Tendinopathy Treatment Cape Town Achilles Pain in Runners: Causes, Symptoms & Recovery for Achilles Tendinopathy Achilles pain is one of the most common and frustrating injuries in runners, especially during marathon training, hill blocks, speed work or return-to-running phases. The Achilles tendon is designed to handle high load, but it becomes painful when training demand exceeds its ability to adapt over time. This is known as Achilles tendinopathy. Despite common belief, Achilles pain is not usually an acute “tear” … Continue reading “Achilles Tendinopathy Treatment Cape Town”

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ITB Syndrome Treatment Cape Town

ITB Syndrome Treatment Cape Town Iliotibial Band Pain in Runners: Causes, Symptoms & Recovery Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITB syndrome) is one of the most common overuse injuries in runners, especially those training for 10km, half marathons, marathons and trail events. It typically presents as a sharp or burning pain on the outside of the knee, often starting a few kilometres into a run and worsening with continued activity. While it is commonly called “ITB friction syndrome,” the condition is more … Continue reading “ITB Syndrome Treatment Cape Town”

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Shin Splints Treatment Cape Town

Shin Splints Treatment Cape Town Shin pain is one of the most common injuries affecting runners, especially during periods of increased training volume, hill work, race preparation or a return to running after time off. Often referred to as “shin splints,” the more accurate term is Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS). While many runners are told to simply stop running and rest, the reality is usually more nuanced. Most cases can be managed successfully through proper assessment, load management, rehabilitation … Continue reading “Shin Splints Treatment Cape Town”

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Knysna Forest Marathon Prep: Hills, Fatigue & Recovery

Knysna Forest Marathon Prep: Hills, Fatigue & Recovery Preparing for the Knysna Forest Marathon is very different to preparing for a flat road marathon. The hills, elevation changes and accumulated fatigue can expose weaknesses in recovery, strength and training load management very quickly. As both a runner and sports chiropractor, one of the biggest things I see during marathon build-ups is athletes trying to push harder instead of recovering better. More mileage is not always the answer. Better load management, … Continue reading “Knysna Forest Marathon Prep: Hills, Fatigue & Recovery”

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Is Deadlifting Bad for Your Back? Myths & Spine Strength

  Deadlift and Lifting Technique – Who Said That’s Correct? Is deadlifting bad for your back? That’s the question that’s echoed through gyms, clinics, and dinner tables for years. You’ve probably heard someone say, “Deadlifts are dangerous,” or “You should never round your back when lifting.” But let’s hit pause and ask: who actually said that’s correct? The truth is more nuanced—and more empowering—than you might think. Is Deadlifting Bad for Your Back? The short answer? No. Deadlifting isn’t bad … Continue reading “Is Deadlifting Bad for Your Back? Myths & Spine Strength”