Stretching is a simple and effective activity that helps to enhance athletic performance, decrease the likelihood of soft tissue injury and minimise muscle soreness, slowly get into the stretch position and then hold each stretch for a minimum of 20 seconds, remember to adhere to the following rules to get the most from your stretching routine: -never stretch an injury or damage soft tissue -warm-up prior to stretching -stretch before and after exercise -stretch all major muscles and their opposing muscle groups -stretch gently and slowly -stretch only to the point of tension -breath slowly an ..read more

  Hip flexors are situated on the front of the hip and lift the fascia or bend the waist down or forward if the limbs are fixed. These muscles are used a lot in biking, kicking, running and jumping activities. Every time a new load is placed on the muscle or repetitive stresses are encountered without rest, the muscle can stretch or tear. Cause of injury Stress on the hip flexor muscles without sufficient time for recovery. Excessive stress placed without strengthening and warm-up on the muscles. Improper type when running, cycling or other actions. Forceful hyperextension of the leg at t ..read more

  SPORTS MASSAGE WATFORD AND DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE IN WATFORD SPECIALIST TREATMENTS Sports & Remedial massage Deep-tissue massage Soft tissue release Muscle energy technique Neuromuscular technique Gait analysis Posture assessment Home care Rehabilitation Stretching technique Exercise prescriptions SPORTS MASSAGE & DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE TREATMENTS FOR upper & lower back pain neck & shoulder pain rotator cuff injuries muscle strains sprain injuries knee injuries tennis elbow shin splints whiplash poor muscle activation muscle compensation patterns muscle imbalance postu ..read more

  Peroneus’ tendons longs and peroneus braves run to the foot from the muscles at the lateral calf. The muscles are involved in providing support to the ankle to prevent rolling of the joint and stabilising the foot. Tendinitis is due to overuse of or of the muscles inversion sprains which extend the muscles must work when it’s printed to stabilise the foot. Leaping and running involve contraction of the muscles and may result in inflammation of the tendons. Runners who run on surfaces that are uneven or have excessive pronation often develop tendinitis. Cause of injury Over-pronation of ..read more

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  1. Shin splints 2. Patellofemoral pain (runner’s knee) 3. Achilles tendinitis 4. Plantar fasciitis 5. Iliotibial band syndrome 6. Hamstring strains   Running is a very common form of exercise and recreation in the UK. More than 6 million people in the UK run at least twice within 28 days. There are many health benefits from running regularly, there is also a risk of injury. Running injuries usually involve the muscles, tendons, joints, and bones of the legs. Most are due to the repetitive activity rather than a single traumatic event.   6 Most Common Running Injuries One of th ..read more

  Why Do Office Workers need SPORTS MASSAGE THERAPY?  Are you an office worker too, then read on… It is no secret that due to the repetitive nature of their jobs desk-bound office workers do not have the best posture. They sit slouched and hunched in their chairs all day. Typing, phone calls and the daily commute by car or public transport all contribute to sore, stiff muscles and headaches. Does it sound familiar? Do you have a point somewhere in your back or shoulders that is rock hard? Is your neck stiff? Do you have tension headaches? Is your job stressful at times ..read more

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Stretching is a simple and effective activity that helps to enhance athletic performance, decrease the likelihood of soft tissue injury and minimise muscle soreness, slowly get into the stretch position and then hold each stretch for a minimum of 20 seconds, remember to adhere to the following rules to get the most from your stretching routine: -never stretch an injury or damage soft tissue -warm – up prior to stretching -stretch before and after exercise -stretch all major muscles and their opposing muscle groups -stretch gently and slowly -stretch only to the point of tension -breath s ..read more