Laurel Lodge Physiotherapy founder, Chartered Physiotherapist Alan Moynihan, talks to Dublin’s Gazette Group newspapers about the surge in interest in triathalon and endurance events which is keeping Dublin 15 active…
There is a common misconception amongst athletes and the general population that the muscle soreness experienced in the 24-72 hour period after unaccustomed, new or vigorous exercise - known as delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) - is caused by a build up of “lactic acid in the legs”. Although the causes of DOMS are not fully understood, we can say with certainty that it has little to do with lactic acid. This week we delve a little into exercise physiology and attempt to dispel this myth.
Eight in every ten people will suffer with lower back pain at some point in their lives. That’s a fact. However there are so many common myths about the condition that affects all these people. This week we look to dispel some of these common misconceptions with regard to three common myths about lower back pain.
It’s could be the change to summer footwear and flip flops and sandals may well be the culprit but there’s been a big increase in the number of patients presenting to the clinic suffering with foot pain, and in particular plantar fasciitis. Plantar Fasciitis is an inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick fibrous band of tissue which supports the long arch of the foot. Running from the base of the heel to the forefoot, pain is classically felt first thing in the morning on putting your foot to the floor as the plantar fascia attempts to stretch out. Pain is usually felt most intensely at the origin of the plantar fascia at the heel. This common and painful condition can be extremely debilitating for sufferers and causes prolonged absences from activities and sports.
