by Gina Imbrogno | Sep 5, 2022 | Physiotherapy & Fitness
Hamstring injury is among the most common types of injury in both professional and recreational athletes. In fact, hamstring injuries account for around 15% of all sports injuries. So what makes these muscles so vulnerable to injury? The reason they are so often...
by Gina Imbrogno | Sep 3, 2022 | Physiotherapy & Fitness
Think you’re doing everything right when it comes to running? A lot of runners seem to think that if they just lace up their sneakers and hit the pavement, they’ll start seeing results. You might be making one of these repeated training errors. From not...
by Gina Imbrogno | Sep 1, 2022 | Physiotherapy & Fitness
Are you dealing with a sports injury? Whether it’s a recent occurrence or an old injury that’s been bothering you, learning about the recovery process is essential. It’s inevitable as an athlete that you will experience some kind of sports injury at...
by Gina Imbrogno | Apr 20, 2022 | Physiotherapy & Fitness
If you’re a runner, you know the pain of shin splints. Shin splints are a common injury among runners and other athletes. Shin splints occur when the muscles and tissue in the shin become inflamed. The pain is usually located along the front of the shinbone....
by Gina Imbrogno | Apr 1, 2022 | Physiotherapy & Fitness
Plyometric training is an exercise that uses explosive movements to improve strength, speed, and power. Plyometric exercises are done by repeatedly jumping, hopping, or skipping from one point to another. Although plyometric training is popular among athletes and...
by Gina Imbrogno | Mar 30, 2022 | Physiotherapy & Fitness
Whenever you sit for long periods, whether it’s at work or on the couch at home, you’re probably familiar with tight hips. “Hip stiffness” is a common problem and can lead to pain and other issues. Tight hips can cause back pain and make...
