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Learn about the most common running injuries, their symptoms, treatment options, and the anatomy of affected areas. All articles are evidence-based and include practical tips.
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You must be careful when stretching a pulled hamstring.
Apr 1, 2025
6 min
How to stretch a pulled hamstring safely (and what else can help)
  • Hamstring strain
  • Injuries
  • 2
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Maryke Louw
Maryke Louw
Let us explain the difference between heel spur and plantar fasciitis.
Apr 1, 2025
8 min
Heel spur vs. plantar fasciitis: What’s the difference and how to treat it
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Injuries
  • 4
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
Stretches for patellofemoral pain syndrome
Apr 1, 2025
5 min
The 5 best patellofemoral pain syndrome stretches to support your recovery
  • Patellofemoral pain syndrome
  • Stretching
  • 5
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Maryke Louw
Maryke Louw
How to prevent Achilles tendonitis
Apr 1, 2025
13 min
Our 6 top tips for preventing Achilles tendonitis in runners
  • Achilles tendinopathy
  • Running injury prevention
  • 2
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
Patellofemoral pain syndrome causes, symptoms and treatment.
Apr 1, 2025
12 min
Patellofemoral pain syndrome - Treat the cause, not the symptoms
  • Patellofemoral pain syndrome
  • Pain management
  • 4
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Maryke Louw
Maryke Louw
Icing for Achilles tendonitis - When and how to ice your Achilles tendon.
Apr 1, 2025
7 min
Does Achilles tendonitis icing work? Your top questions answered
  • Achilles tendinopathy
  • Leg pain
  • 6
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
Calf strain rehabilitation and exercise guide
Apr 1, 2025
12 min
Calf strain in runners - Rehabilitation and exercise guide
  • Exercises
  • Calf strain
  • 6
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
Learn what causes calf strains, what treatments work best and how long calf strains take to recover.
Apr 1, 2025
9 min
Calf strains - Causes, symptoms, treatment and healing times
  • Calf strain
  • Pain management
  • 6
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
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  • Ankle sprain
  • Calf strain
  • Exercises
  • Meniscus tear
  • Orthotics
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Shin splints
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