Managing a calf injury
Following on from our previous blog on the function of the calf, this post covers some of the important factors we like to address when managing a calf injury with our clients. As highlighted in Part 1 of our calf blog series, the calf plays a crucial role when running and [...]
The power of the calf
The almighty calf. Often under appreciated, the calf is one of the hardest working muscles in the body. Recent research from the University of Melbourne has shown that the calf muscles are critical to walking, jogging and running. They produce forces of 6-8 x Body weight every step you [...]
How to set up your desk to avoid aches and pains
Whether it’s for study, work or just at home, many of us spend hours in front of a computer each day. Because of this, postural related pain and injuries have become more commonplace. Neck and shoulder pain, headaches, elbow and wrist, and low back pain can all be attributed [...]
Have you had your KangaTech assessment yet?
With the Adelaide Marathon just around the corner, it's important to make sure your body is prepared. Here at Saunders Physiotherapy we know just the thing to get you sorted. KangaTech is an injury prevention and management hardware and software platform currently used to test for and retrain neuromuscular [...]
What’s in a warm-up
By Alex McVeighIs your warm-up doing enough? The goal of warm-ups traditionally has been to prepare the body for sports.However, recently at elite levels teams are using warm-ups as an opportunity to build strength, enhance performance and decrease injury risk.Recent research from FIFA has shown that warm-ups that include hip, [...]
Improve your muscle strength
With the Adelaide Fringe in full swing, many of us have been out and about to watch amazing acts from across the globe. From acrobatics to circus and physical theatre, it’s hard to believe the tricks performed on stage. The skill and specific strength required to complete these stunts [...]