Sports-Specific Physiotherapy for Runners: Preventing and Managing Injuries

Sports-Specific Physiotherapy for Runners: Preventing and Managing Injuries

16-October-2025

Common Running Injuries Addressed

Runner’s Knee (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome)

Shin Splints

Achilles Tendinopathy

Plantar Fasciitis

Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)

Hamstring Strains

Preventive Physiotherapy Strategies for Runners

Gait and Biomechanical Analysis: Identifies faulty mechanics and prescribes corrections.

Strength and Mobility Training: Focuses on core, hips, calves, and hamstrings to reduce impact stress.

Neuromuscular Control and Balance: Improves joint stability and terrain adaptability.

Load Management Education: Helps runners train smartly and avoid overtraining.

Rehabilitation & Recovery Programs

Manual therapy and electrotherapy for pain relief.

Progressive functional strengthening.

Return-to-running protocols with clinical Pilates and biomechanical correction.

Why Choose 5 Sports Health?

Advanced sports testing, personalized rehab plans, and multidisciplinary care involving physiotherapists, surgeons, and nutritionists.

Patient Story

"After developing shin splints, 5 Sports Health's tailored rehab helped me return to running pain-free. My form improved, and I’m now running my best races yet!"