What are Metatarsal Stress Fractures?

What are Metatarsal Stress Fractures?

A metatarsal stress fracture is a common injury caused by tiny cracks in one of the metatarsal bones of the foot. It can be caused by overuse and effects weight bearing bones such as the tibia, heel bone and the 2nd metatarsal. Source Image...
What are Shin Splints?

What are Shin Splints?

Shin splints is the common term for medial tibial stress syndrome. It is an overuse disorder of the middle to lower front part of the leg. In this blog we discuss the causes, symptoms and treatment of shin splints. What are the symptoms? Some of the common symptoms of...

What is your running style & what shoes matches this?

Do you know your running style? Are you a pronation, overpronation or supination runner? Your running style will determine the shoe you wear, so it’s important to know your running style and find a shoe that will provide the best support. Most people have slight...
How to find the perfect running shoe

How to find the perfect running shoe

Do your running shoes rub against your heels or on your toes? Do you feel a sharp pain or a dull ache in your knees, heels or the ball of the foot? Finding a running shoe that is the perfect fit can be difficult if you don’t know what you are looking for. That is why...

Why every runner should see a Podiatrist

If you are a runner, seeing a Podiatrist should be high on your list of things to do. Why? Because your feet support your entire body/structure. Whether you are new to running or an experienced runner, a Podiatrist can assess your feet and current footwear to pick up...