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Last month there was a strong focus on the foot and ankle complex and it is time to come back to an old biomechanical concept - the windlass mechanism. This time we look back at 1954, when J.H Hicks wrote about the plantar aponeurosis and proposed a biomechanical model explaining how diverse the function of the joints of the foot are between weight bearing and non weight bearing.
Read MoreThis week Physiotherapist Joshua Farragher writes about the causes, pathophysiology, risk factors and phases of management for navicular stress fractures. A great read for those committed to long distance running about the importance of adequate recovery times to allow for bone remodelling to occur.
Read MoreContrary to popular belief, barefoot running is not suitable for all runners and doesn't reduce the risk of all running injuries. Although the evidence is not yet conclusive, this blog highlights what we currently know about the benefits of barefoot running and a forefoot strike technique.
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