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Learn about the most common running injuries, their symptoms, treatment options, and the anatomy of affected areas. All articles are evidence-based and include practical tips.
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What causes Achilles pain when running and can you continue?
Apr 20, 2024
10 min
Running with Achilles pain: Figuring out if it’s right for you (and what to do if it's not)
  • Achilles tendinopathy
  • Injuries
  • 5
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Maryke Louw
Maryke Louw
Icing for Achilles tendonitis - When and how to ice your Achilles tendon.
Apr 20, 2024
7 min
Does Achilles tendonitis icing work? Your top questions answered
  • Achilles tendinopathy
  • Pain management
  • 7
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
The best exercises for Achilles tendonitis are calf raises.
Jul 10, 2024
9 min
How to tailor your calf raise exercises for Achilles tendonitis
  • Injuries
  • Achilles tendinopathy
  • 5
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Maryke Louw
Maryke Louw
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How to treat your Achilles
Sep 4, 2024
10 min
Home treatment for Achilles tendonitis: The top 3 proven strategies
  • Injuries
  • Achilles tendinopathy
  • 5
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
The best exercises for lower back pain.
Mar 20, 2024
7 min
Exercises for low back pain: Benefits, types, and tips for best results
  • Lower back pain
  • Exercises
  • 6
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
How to treat back pain you get from sitting.
Mar 20, 2024
4 min
Evidence-based tips to ease back pain with sitting
  • Lower back pain
  • Back pain
  • 5
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
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Man putting his hands on his lower spine because of non-specific low back pain.
Mar 20, 2024
8 min
Non-specific low back pain: Symptoms, causes, and best treatments
  • Lower back pain
  • Back pain
  • 6
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
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