Running Injuries

Running injuries are commonly caused by repetitive stress, poor biomechanics, or sudden changes in training load.

Symptoms

• Pain during or after running
• Tightness or muscle fatigue
• Reduced performance or endurance

Diagnosis

We assess running technique, training history, footwear, strength, and biomechanics. Imaging such as ultrasound, MRI, or X-ray may be recommended if a soft tissue injury is suspected.

Causes & Risk Factors

• Sudden increase in training load
• Poor running technique
• Inadequate footwear
• Muscle weakness or imbalance
• Poor recovery or overtraining
• Running on hard or uneven surfaces

Treatment

• Structured rehabilitation programs
• Load modification
• Strength training
• Manual therapies including mobilisation & manipulation techniques, dry needling, massage, and shockwave therapy
• Injection therapies
• Custom orthotics
• Footwear advice
• Stretching and strengthening exercises
• Taping