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Sports Doctor: Back Pain - discovering the cause

RELEVANT exercises are an important part of successful sciatica treatment.Read

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Sports Doctor: Recognise your limits in training

Individuals who are extremely active physically can sometimes cross the line between sufficient training and too much.Read

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Braehead Clan physio David Jenkins: The dangers facing ice hockey stars

This Saturday sees the return of the Elite Season to the Braehead Arena and, as team physio, I thought I'd share an insight into some of the injuries to players that I'll deal with.Read

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Sports Doctor: Why kettlebell swinging is a great fat burner

THE best fat burning exercise is often sought by individuals who need to shed pounds fast. More often than not, these group of people (who actually comprise the majority) are searching for the best fat burning exercise.Read

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Sports Doctor: Improve your sporting performance through stretching

BEING flexible can help to prevent injuries including hamstring strains and overuse injuries such as IT band syndrome or plantar fasciitis.Read

Sports Doctor: It's time to get fit to the core

Fit to the core! It is no secret these days that if you strengthen your core muscles you will see dramatic improvements in your everyday life.Read

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Sports Doctor: How to reduce your chances of picking up an injury

IT'S difficult to avoid certain football injuries, although improved technique and conditioning can reduce your chances of picking up a knock.Read

David Jenkins

Sports Doctor: Cool runnings - Tips for jogging in the heat

WE'RE hardly likely to be dealing with a heat wave anytime soon but these are the summer months and you might catch a glimpse of the sun before the snow returns.Read

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Sports Doctor: Ice therapy works for post-workout recovery

EVERY runner has faced those days when the legs are heavy and the mere act of putting one foot in front of another is more drudgery than invigoration.Read