Do you feel like you’re stuck in a never-ending cycle of recovery and re-injury? You start to feel better, dive back into your normal activities, and before you know it—bam! You’re back to square one. This frustrating loop, often called the boom and bust cycle, is incredibly common, especially among older adults in the UK…
Do you have knee pain brought on by running? You could be suffering from Chronic Patellar Tendinopathy or Runner’s Knee. Regular strain from exercise can lead to conditions like Patellar Tendinopathy. This is a condition also sometimes referred to as Jumper’s Knee: an overuse injury characterised by inflammation of the tendon attached to the bottom…
Here are the runners who braved 50 mph winds to complete the Brighton Half Marathon 2020. Sore but proud! Thanks to the fantastic physio students and massage therapists who took care of the runners.
Running injuries often start with a niggle. Knee pain, muscle strain, tendon pulls, bursitis, ligament sprains and all sorts of other aches and pains are a constant reminder that marathon training and actually running it can be a hazardous business. Many people who enter for the Grand Brighton Half Marathon will not complete it because…
Should I Stretch or Should I Go Now? If I don’t there will be trouble and if I do there could be double, so come on and let me know…should I stretch or should I go? The great stretch debate has been going on for several years now with lots of conflicting views leaving the…
“As a physiotherapist this is a question I get asked a lot and having just completed the Brighton Half Marathon you may be asking the yourself the same question.” says Sundial physio James Masterson. He goes on to say “So in order to help you with your post run recovery here’s a few useful tips to ease you back…
Why would I need orthotics? Although running shoe design and technology has progressed leaps and bounds over recent years, there are certain foot types that will require more support, explains James Masterson, physio here at Sundial, Brighton. However not everyone will benefit from orthotics and it’s important to gain professional advice before deciding on whether…
If like me you’re considering starting your preparation for the up and coming marathon season then take a look at my top tips for staying injury free and completing the 26.2 miles with a smile on your face says James Masterson, a physiotherapist here at Sundial, Brighton. Which running shoe shall I buy? Inappropriate footwear is…
The Brighton Marathon is the highlight of our sporting calendar. We have supported Brighton runners and their charities for many years but we have noticed that many people are not getting the support and advice they need to complete the marathon injury free. One in five people who enter the marathon will not complete it…
