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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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Insoles for Shin Splints
Oct 13, 2024
7 min
Can insoles help with shin splints? (and how to choose the right ones)
  • Shin splints
  • Leg pain
  • 6
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
Learn how cortisone or steroid injections work for meniscus tears and why you should sometimes avoid them.
Oct 21, 2024
9 min
Will a cortisone (steroid) injection help my meniscus tear?
  • Symptoms
  • Knee pain
  • 5
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
What knee braces work best for meniscus tears and when should you wear them?
Oct 10, 2024
10 min
Knee braces for meniscus tears: Your top questions answered
  • Therapy approaches
  • Orthotics
  • 4
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
Acupuncture for meniscus tears
Oct 21, 2024
10 min
Acupuncture for meniscus tears: A natural way to support your rehabilitation
  • Meniscus tear
  • Knee pain
  • 4
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
Compression sleeves for calf strain
Oct 21, 2024
14 min
Compression sleeves for calf strain: What you need to know
  • Orthotics
  • Calf strain
  • 6
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
These are the best home treatments for plantar fasciitis.
Oct 10, 2024
7 min
The 5 best home treatments for plantar fasciitis
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Foot pain
  • 8
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
Learn what causes plantar fasciitis to flare up.
Oct 13, 2024
4 min
What causes plantar fasciitis to flare up, and what to do about it
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Foot pain
  • 6
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Maryke Louw
Maryke Louw
Exercises for a sprained knee - learn what works best and why.
Oct 10, 2024
6 min
Exercises for a sprained knee – What, when, and why?
  • Therapy approaches
  • Exercises
  • 6
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Maryke Louw
Maryke Louw
How to treat meniscus tears in runners
Oct 14, 2024
9 min
How to treat meniscus tears: A guide for runners
  • Symptoms
  • Knee pain
  • 4
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
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Top categories
  • Ankle sprain
  • Calf strain
  • Exercises
  • Meniscus tear
  • Orthotics
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Shin splints
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