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Decoding Knee Pain: Let's Unveil the Possibilities

Luke Nelson

May 22, 20231 min read

Decoding Knee Pain: Let's Unveil the Possibilities

If you've ever found yourself saying, "My knee hurts: what could it be?" you're not alone. In this blog, we cover the main causes.

Your feet are the foundation of your run! 💪 How strong are yours?

Luke Nelson

May 20, 20232 min read

Your feet are the foundation of your run! 💪 How strong are yours?

Your feet are the foundation of your run! How strong are yours? In this blog we cover a simple test you can do at home

Luke Nelson

May 11, 20232 min read

Hill running: why it matters for injury

When it comes to running injuries, it's crucial to comprehend how the body responds to the challenges of uphill & downhill running.

Luke Nelson

Apr 25, 20231 min read

Every picture tells a story

Physical examination of the runner starts with observation. The appearance of the calf muscles can tell you a lot about their condition

4 reasons why you should use multiple pairs of running shoes

Luke Nelson

Apr 2, 20231 min read

4 reasons why you should use multiple pairs of running shoes

In this blog, we discuss 4 reasons why you should use multiple pairs of running shoes

Luke Nelson

Mar 21, 20231 min read

Calf injuries: protect then overload

When managing calf injuries, here is an approach we often adopt to offload and then overload the injured area

Top tips for choosing a new running shoe

Luke Nelson

Mar 10, 20232 min read

Top tips for choosing a new running shoe

Time to update your running shoes? Here are our top tips for finding the best shoe for you

6 rules when returning to running from a calf injury

Luke Nelson

Mar 1, 20231 min read

6 rules when returning to running from a calf injury

Here are 6 tips to help you make a successful return to running after a calf injury!

Luke Nelson

Feb 24, 20231 min read

The "Talk Test" For Running Zones

Runners, have you heard of the "Talk Test"? It's a simple way to gauge the intensity of your workout without using any fancy equipment

Biggest mistake runners make with a calf or Achilles injury

Luke Nelson

Feb 3, 20231 min read

Biggest mistake runners make with a calf or Achilles injury

In this blog we discuss the biggest mistake we see runners make with calf & Achilles injuries

Luke Nelson

Jan 17, 20231 min read

Our 6 tips for strong calves

In this blog, we discuss our top 6 tips to improve the strength of the calf muscles

Luke Nelson

Jan 12, 20231 min read

Return to running program

Looking to start running? Or perhaps missed a large chunk of time due to injury? Here's a return-to-running program that can be used.

Is it hamstring tendinopathy? Key tests to diagnose

Luke Nelson

Jan 10, 20231 min read

Is it hamstring tendinopathy? Key tests to diagnose

In this blog, we discuss some of the tests used to diagnose hamstring tendinopathy

Runners: 4 tips to stay injury-free in the New Year

Luke Nelson

Jan 4, 20231 min read

Runners: 4 tips to stay injury-free in the New Year

Many runners have a New Years' resolution to have an injury-free year, so here are our top 4 tips to make this happen!

Runners: When should you perform your strength training?

Luke Nelson

Dec 28, 20222 min read

Runners: When should you perform your strength training?

We all know the benefits that strength training delivers for runners, but a question we are often asked, is "when should I do it"?

Luke Nelson

Nov 25, 20222 min read

When to replace your Supershoes?

How long do carbon-plated shoes last? In this blog, we discuss when it’s time to send your supershoes to shoe heaven.

Best exercises for Tibialis posterior tendinopathy

Luke Nelson

Nov 21, 20221 min read

Best exercises for Tibialis posterior tendinopathy

Tibialis posterior tendinopathy tends to cause pain on the inside of the ankle. Here are some of our favourite exercise progressions to help

Luke Nelson

Nov 14, 20221 min read

Luke wins Chiropractor of the Year!

We are excited to announce that Luke is the Australian Chiropractors Association, 2022 Chiropractor of the Year!

Achilles paratenon involvement: what is it & how to fix it

Luke Nelson

Nov 2, 20221 min read

Achilles paratenon involvement: what is it & how to fix it

The paratenon can be a cause of tendon pain, but what is it & how can it be fixed?

Luke Nelson

Oct 28, 20222 min read

Calf raises for every occasion

There are so many alternatives & modifications for this simple exercise, so here are some of our favourites & when we would use them.

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