Did you know that whilst running, the loads placed on the achilles tendon on each step is 7-8 times the body weight? Therefore, a woman who weighs 63.5 kg or 10 stone (140 lbs) that is approximately 450 kg 1000lbs or 70 stones on the Achilles tendon with each and every stride. It is clearContinue reading “Why is Achilles Tendonitis Common in Runners & How Can Sports & Remedial Massage Therapy Help?”
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Research study shows benefits of Post-Exercise Massage on damaged muscles
Massage can be wonderfully relaxing and has therapeutic benefits too. A study conducted in 2012 found that massage can reduce inflammation and promote healing to muscles that have been damaged through exercise. Link to the article here or watch an interview of one of the study author’s explain the research here. We have 3 fully qualified and experienced massageContinue reading “Research study shows benefits of Post-Exercise Massage on damaged muscles”
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