As a keen runner himself, our head physiotherapist Chris is very well equipped to provide expert physiotherapy for runners – from beginners to elite runners. If you are a member of a running club Chris may also be able to attend a training session in order to assess your injury in your usual running environment. As an active member of the Sutton Coldfield running community, Chris also leads weekly coaching sessions with Royal Sutton Athletics Club.
Sutton Coldfield’s Premier Running Injury Clinic
We understand the frustration that pain and injury can cause during running activity. Even the most minor of running injuries can prevent you from maximising your running programme. Did you know? Up to 80% of runners will pick up an injury during a 12 month period and the likelihood will increase if you are new to running.
Whether you are a recreational or elite runner, the chances are that you will experience a running injury at some point. Running injuries are common, but the majority are treatable with physiotherapy. Physiotherapy treatment exercises for runners can also contribute to future injury prevention, enabling you to reach your running potential and achieve your running goals.
Take your running to the next level with our running injury specialists
Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced, competitive athlete, don’t let niggling running injuries hold you back. We can help you achieve your training goals & prepare for that upcoming running event, as well as preventing injury re-occurrence.
Find out more about how we can help you recover from injury and get back to running. Email us online at chris@reactphysiotherapy.co.uk or call us today on 0121 249 4498 or 07595 564 477
Most common running injuries
Runners Knee, or Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) – irritation of the cartilage on the underneath of the kneecap (the patella)
Achilles Tendinopathy – irritation of the tendon that connects the two major calf muscles to the back of the heel
Hamstring Strain – an ache or tightness in the back of the upper leg
Plantar Fasciitis – irritation of the connective tissue that runs from the heel to the toes
Band Syndrome (ITB) – when the band that connects the hip to the knee and shin gets irritated, pain is experienced on the outer knee
Shin Splints – irritation of the shin as a result of muscle or bone stress
Tendinopathy – irritation of the tendon that attaches the glute muscle to the side of the hip
Hip Pain – commonly caused by hip flexor strain, hip flexor tendinitis and stress fractures