Running delivers incredible physical and mental health benefits but can also place significant demands on your body. Understanding common injuries and their prevention is key to maintaining your regular routine.
Common Running Injuries and Their Root Causes
The five most prevalent issues include:
Each of these conditions represents tissue that couldn't handle the workload demanded of it. Note that these injuries typically begin on one side, indicating an imbalance— one side overworked while the other side underworked. This asymmetry often signals underlying postural or biomechanical issues.
Going Beyond Symptom Management to Finding the Source
The painful area definitely needs proper care, rehabilitation, and healing time for optimal recovery. However, looking at it from a broader perspective helps determine why that particular tissue became overloaded initially, preventing the same injury from quickly recurring.
At Tamar Chiropractic & Allied Health, we look at runners' bodies holistically. By identifying and addressing postural imbalances, movement asymmetries, and compensatory patterns, we help restore balance that minimises the likelihood of injury development.
Complete Care for Active Bodies
The care we offer runners, walkers, and movers focuses on restoring symmetry to posture and movement. This approach doesn't just address current discomfort—it builds resilience against future problems.
Our team of practitioners works alongside skilled remedial masseurs to identify and address small areas of tension, fatigue, and imbalance before they develop into more significant issues. This collaborative approach helps keep you running longer, faster, and with greater enjoyment.
Building Your Running Capability and Endurance
Regular assessments allow for early intervention and adjustment of your running mechanics. When combined with appropriate strengthening exercises and recovery techniques, these adjustments help create a powerful and resilient body.
Contact Tamar Chiropractic & Allied Health today to learn how our in-depth approach to runner care can help you stay injury-free and perform at your best.