- Self manage your injury with expert physio guidance
Whether you enjoy a gentle stroll in the countryside perhaps finding a few geocaches on the way, or maybe you prefer pre dawn starts and an ascent of alpine peaks, or if pitting yourself against rock or ice routes is for you there is nothing like being outdoors in all the elements have to throw at you.
Common arm injuries from rock climbing are most often finger and shoulder injuries, with finger pully injuries being a specific problem for climbers. Hikers, walkers, backpackers and mountaineers are more likely to suffer with knee and hip problems. Steep rough descents can be a particular problem, and this is where knowing how to use trekking poles can be of use. Blisters and black toe nails are also problems often experienced by those enjoying the outdoor sports. Correctly fitting footwear and good quality socks are essential when it comes to foot blister prevention.
On the physiobench team Dave Lomas is our expert rock and ice climber. Jane Hodgson enjoys a bit of easy rock climbing, and has done her share of Alpine routes, but now prefers walking and running on the hills whilst searching for tupperware (geocaching.) Jane has completed a round of the Scottish Munroes (all the hills in Scotland higher than 3,000 feet) and Dave is well on his way with less than 50 left - we are all looking forward to the traditional last summit party.
Many injuries can be self managed with the help of appropriate information. Try reading our physiobench free articles and looking at our links. However every injury is unique so to receive a personalised exercise and advice plan from Dave Lomas or Jane Hodgson follow the request a treatment link.
Our European neighbours have been routinely hiking with poles since the mid 80’s, it’s only more recently that the Brits and Americans have realised the benefits.
Runners knee is a very common injury, sometimes said to affect as many as 1 in 4 people. Also known as anterior knee pain and patella femoral syndrome, it is characterised by pain under the knee cap.
A sprained, swollen or turned ankle is one of the most commonly occurring injuries to the leg. Determining the severity of the sprain is the key to assessing the correct course of treatment.
It is common to help heal an injury with ice. Deciding whether you should apply ice rather than heat, and for how long can make the difference between helping to heal your injury and making it worse.
For the inclusive package of £28, you receive a personalised injury self management programme comprising exercises and expert advice from your chosen physio.
Included in this price is a follow up assessment, which you can choose to take at any time within 3 months folllowing the initial assessment.
Jane Hodgson
Jane is a physio specialising in lower body injuries and is a prizewinner in running, orienteering and adventure racing.
Dave Lomas
Dave is a physio specialising in shoulder and neck injuries, he is a keen rock climber and mountaineer.
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