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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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Stretches for calf strain - why you should be careful.
Mar 20, 2024
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
Jul 11, 2024
7 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
Forefoot running and shin splints
Jul 11, 2024
10 min
Forefoot running and shin splints: 3 reasons why a new running style may not be good
  • Shin Splints
  • Injuries
  • 2
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
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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
  • 2
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
Medial shin splints or medial tibial stress syndrome — learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment.
Jul 11, 2024
7 min
A runner's guide to medial shin splints: Causes, treatments and recovery times
  • Shin Splints
  • Leg Pain
  • 4
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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
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