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Running Injuries: Causes & Effective Treatment Options - goPhysio

Not being able to run because of an injury is genuinely frustrating, especially if you’re training for something specific. The good news is that most running injuries respond really well to the right assessment and treatment. We always start with a full assessment, so we can identify exactly what’s driving your injury and build the right plan to get you back on the road or trail. Here are some of the most common causes of running injuries we see:

  • A sudden increase in mileage, pace or training intensity
  • Poor running biomechanics or technique
  • Inadequate or worn-out footwear
  • Muscle imbalances or weakness, particularly around the hip and core
  • Insufficient recovery between sessions
  • Returning to running too quickly after a break or injury

Common running injuries we treat include runner’s knee, shin splints, Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis and ITB friction syndrome.

A running injury can feel like a major setback, but the great majority respond well to the right treatment and a clear return-to-running plan. Related pages: Knee Pain and Foot & Ankle Pain cover two of the most common areas affected by running. Clinically reviewed by Paul Baker MCSP, Co-founder & Clinical Director at goPhysio

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I wanted to get over a calf strain as quickly as possible. goPhysio had appointments available when I needed them and gave great advice and a course of action to not only resolve the problem short term, but stop this re-occurring in the future.

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Can physiotherapy help my running injury?

Yes – our team of physiotherapists and specialist sports and rehabilitation therapists have experience across a wide range of running injuries, from a first-time niggle to recurring problems in more experienced runners. A number of our team have completed the Running Repairs course, one of the most highly regarded educational courses in the sector. Your treatment may include:

  • A thorough assessment to identify the exact cause of your injury, not just where it hurts
  • Access to our fully equipped on-site rehab gym to rebuild strength safely
  • Shockwave therapy for stubborn, recurrent injuries such as Achilles or plantar fasciitis
  • A functional, running-specific return-to-training plan

The goal throughout: get you back to running pain-free, and reduce the risk of the injury coming back.

Not sure what to do next?

Ready to get started? → Book Your Running Injury Assessment

Knee pain when you run? → Read About Knee Pain

Foot or heel pain? → Read About Foot & Ankle Pain

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Not always. It depends on the injury, which is why an assessment helps early on. In many cases we can help you modify your training, such as reducing mileage or cross-training, rather than stopping altogether.
Not usually. Most running injuries are diagnosed through a thorough clinical assessment of your movement, strength and running history. We’ll only recommend a scan or X-ray if your assessment suggests it’s genuinely needed.
It depends on the injury and your training goals, which is why we build a realistic return-to-running plan once we know exactly what’s going on. A mild strain might settle in a couple of weeks, while more significant injuries can take longer.
They can certainly be a factor, alongside training load and muscle strength. As part of your assessment we’ll look at the full picture, including your biomechanics, to identify what’s actually driving your injury.
Yes – we regularly help runners get to race day, whether that means treating an injury, adjusting a training plan, or preparing your body to cope with increased mileage safely.
Yes – alongside treating your current injury, we’ll look at what may have contributed to it, such as training load, strength or running technique, to help reduce your risk of it recurring.

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