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There are several different injuries that can cause leg pain in runners. Here we discuss some of the most common causes, how you can diagnose them, and what treatments may work best.
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Exercises for Shin splints
Apr 16, 2024
3 min
Shin Splints: A step-by-step exercise treatment plan for runners
  • Shin Splints
  • Leg Pain
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
Calf strain rehabilitation and exercise guide
Mar 20, 2024
12 min
Calf strain in runners - Rehabilitation and exercise guide
  • Exercises
  • Calf Strain
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
Learn what causes calf strains, what treatments work best and how long calf strains take to recover.
Apr 21, 2024
9 min
Calf strains - Causes, symptoms, treatment and healing times
  • Calf Strain
  • Pain Management
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
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How long a pulled muscle takes to heal depends on the severity and what tissue is injured.
Apr 18, 2024
3 min
How long does a pulled muscle take to heal?
  • Hamstring Strain
  • Calf Strain
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Maryke Louw
Maryke Louw
Ibuprofen anti-inflammatory medication
Apr 21, 2024
5 min
Do anti-inflammatories (like ibuprofen) help healing?
  • Achilles Tendinopathy
  • Hamstring Strain
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Maryke Louw
Maryke Louw
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Icing as part of the PRICE method to treat acute injuries.
Apr 18, 2024
6 min
How to use the PRICE method to treat acute injuries
  • Therapy Approaches
  • Pain Management
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Maryke Louw
Maryke Louw
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