Sailing with lumbar pain?

Sailing with lumbar pain?

Written by Krystal Weir BScSport, MPhty MSportsPhysio The number one question I am asked as I bump into sailors in the boat park. “What do I do about my back pain” or “how do I make sure I don’t end up with back pain when sailing. In this edition of K2 Corner lets...
What is the best way to look after your shoulder?

What is the best way to look after your shoulder?

Written by Tracy Gregson- BSc BPhty MSportsPhysio Whether you are a sailor, swimmer, gym goer or a social butterfly, your shoulder plays an important role  in your daily life. The shoulder is made up of 3 joints that need to move in a way that results in a smooth and...
Prevention of shoulder injuries

Prevention of shoulder injuries

Written by Tracy Gregson- BSc BPhty MSportsPhysio In the March edition of K2 Corner, we discussed the importance of postural strengthening to optimise the movement of our shoulders and help reduce the risk of injury. When we look at how we use our arms and how it...
Adolescent Injuries

Adolescent Injuries

Adolescents today are now training to the same level as adults. It seems that the motivation to be the best has now outweighed the general wellbeing of looking after our young athletes. The peak growth ages for females are 11-13 years of age and the boys are 14- 16...