A 2011 study found that in the 6 months leading up to a triathlon, 87% of participants reported an overuse injury. With all that in mind, let’s look at some of the most common injuries experienced by triathletes.
Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome, or more commonly known as Shin Splints, is a common condition marked by pain in the shins when walking or running. Chartered Physiotherapist Conor O’Brien is here to tell us more about shin splints and share some tips on how to treat and prevent them. Read on to find out more!
Strains and sprains can be painful and affect mobility, and treatment and healing times can vary depending on the type and severity of the injury. This blog gives is a helpful overview of what sprains and strains are, how they happen, and what you should do about them!
Oftentimes, the importance of stretching, protein, massages and ice baths is emphasised when it comes to muscle recovery. Although these can all help, there's another vitally important element that plays a crucial role in muscle recovery but often gets overlooked, and that is sleep.