Topic:     Hip Stability Exercise Progressions for Reduction of Running Injuries

Presented by:     Evan Fletcher

Notes:   GAP – Hip Stability Exercise Progressions for Reduction of Running Injuries (pdf document)

If you have any questions regarding the topic/notes, please do not hesitate to contact Evan on 1300 8 9 10 11 or hq@getactivephysio.com.au

Topic:                    Running Mechanics

Presented by:     Tristan Shipsides

Notes:                   Running Mechanics (pdf document)

If you have any questions regarding the topic/notes, please do not hesitate to contact Tristan on 1300 8 9 10 11 or hq@getactivephysio.com.au

Tests, tests and more tests!

Through postural and ROM  analysis it is possible to determine which areas of the body are under more strain than others, and which muscle groups are causing this strain. The ability to understand the underlying cause of the above will allow us to resolve daily pain caused by negative stress, which leads to poor joint functioning and negative movement patterns.

Below is a comprehensive range of observational, postural and muscle activation tests to help you to determine how you can help your clients more effectively.

Muscle Activation and Stability Tests

Observational Tests

Postural and ROM Tests

If you have any queries or questions, please send them through to admin@getactivephysio.com.au and we will be happy to assist!

Topic:                    Core Stability for Health and Fitness Professionals

Presented by:     Brendan Wright

Notes:                   Core Stability (pdf document)

If you have any questions regarding the topic/notes, please do not hesitate to contact Brendan on 1300 8 9 10 11 orb.wright@getactivephysio.com.au

Topic:                    Patellofemoral Pain for Health and Fitness Professionals

Presented by:     Brendan Wright

Notes:                   Patellofemoral Pain for Health and Fitness Professionals (pdf document)

If you have any questions regarding the topic/notes, please do not hesitate to contact Brendan on 1300 8 9 10 11 or b.wright@getactivephysio.com.au

Injury Spotlight: Medial Tibial Tenoperiostitis (shin splints)

What is it? Medial Tibial Tenoperiostitis (MTT) is condition where by the tibialis posterior or the  soleus muscle becomes inflamed at its attachment site on the tibia. This is very common in long distance runners. It is commonly referred to as “shin splints”, which encompasses many other conditions related to shin pain, such as stress fractures and compartment syndrome.

What causes it? Medial Tibial Tenoperiostitis (MTT) is typically caused by poor biomechanics such as over-pronation (excessive rolling of the feet), excessive hip internal rotation and knee valgus or “knocked knees.” Subsequently muscles such as tibialis posterior and soleus have to work overtime to stabilize the ankle resulting in them becoming overused and injured. These biomechanical abnormalities can result from; previous injuries, genetics, poor muscular strength and stability, tight muscles and being overweight. Other causes of MTT include training volume errors and poor footwear.

How to treat it?

• Relative rest from aggravating injury (this means not necessarily stopping running but doing less than you were at the time of injury onset)
• Ice after running
• Calf stretches
• Biomechanical assessment from a physio is essential to determine and correct the causal factor
• From the assessment the physio may recommend: custom orthotics, motion control footwear, stretches, hip stability training and/or myofascial release techniques (massage).

See the boys at Get Active Physio for further advice and treatment

- 1300 8 9 10 11

Happy Running!

Evan Fletcher

B.App.Sc. (Phty), B.App.Sci (Ex. & Sp.Sc)

Injury Spotlight: Plantar Fasciitis

What Is It?  One of the most common distance running injuries we see at Get Active Physiotherapy is plantar fasciitis.  The plantar fascia provides static support and shock absorption for the arch of the foot. Plantar fasciitis is an overuse condition of the plantar fascia typically at its attachment at the calcaneus (heel bone).  Despite it “itis” suffix plantar fasciitis is not an inflammatory condition but more resembles collagen disarray much like tendinopathy. The pain is typically of gradual onset at the medial (inside) part of the heel. It is typically worse in the morning (think of walking on glass for 5-10min) then eases throughout the day and with exercise.

What Causes It? There are a number causes the most significant of which is overpronation (feet that roll in too much). Overpronation causes an increased strain on the plantar fascia as it tries to maintain a stable arch during the propulsive phase of running. Often training errors are a contributing factor to plantar fasciitis. Simply doing too much soon may bring about the onset of plantar fasciitis. Other biomechanical causes such as hypomobile ankles and poor hip stability are also common contributors.

How to treat it?

• Relative rest from aggravating activity (this means not necessarily stopping running but doing less than you were at the time of injury onset)
• Ice after running
• Calf stretches
• Plantar fascia rolls…using a roller or golf ball to stretch out the plantar fascia
• Biomechanical assessment from a physio is essential to determine and correct the causal factor.
• From the assessment the physio may recommend: custom orthotics, motion control footwear, hip stability training and/or myofascial release techniques (massage).

If you would like a FREE assessment including a Gaitscan foot assessment please log onto http://www.getactivephysio.com.au and download a FREE ASSESSMENT VOUCHER. Then simply call 1300 8 9 10 11 and make a booking at one of our 2 St Leonards clinics.

Brendan Wright

Get Active Physiotherapy 1300 8 9 10 11

BAppSc (physiotherapy), BAppSc (Exercise and Sport Science)