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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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We discuss the benefits of icing a calf strain, if you should use ice or heat, and how long to ice calf strains for.
Oct 19, 2023
8 min
Icing your calf strain. Will it really help?
  • Calf Strain
  • Swelling
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
Hip exercises for plantar fasciitis
Nov 28, 2023
7 min
Hip exercises for Plantar Fasciitis: How they can help your heel pain
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Fascia
  • 6
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
Foot exercise for plantar fasciitis recovery.
Nov 28, 2023
7 min
Foot exercises for plantar fasciitis - Optimizing strength and control
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Foot Pain
  • 7
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
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Stretches for calf strain - why you should be careful.
Oct 12, 2023
5 min
Why we don’t recommend stretches for calf strain – What to do instead
  • Stretching
  • Pain Management
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
Insoles for Shin Splints
Mar 21, 2023
8 min
Can insoles help with shin splints? (and how to choose the right ones)
  • Shin Splints
  • Leg Pain
  • 6
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
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Learn how cortisone or steroid injections work for meniscus tears and why you should sometimes avoid them.
Oct 5, 2023
9 min
Will a cortisone (steroid) injection help my meniscus tear?
  • Symptoms
  • Knee Pain
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
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Top categories
  • Ankle Sprain
  • Calf Strain
  • Exercises
  • Meniscus Tear
  • Orthotics
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Shin Splints
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