• This article explores why ACL injuries are more common in women’s football, the specific risk factors involved, and the latest prevention strategies that players, coaches, and medical professionals can use to address this pressing issue.

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  • In this comprehensive guide, we will explore what a dead leg while also reviewing the available treatment options, rehabilitation techniques, and strategies for prevention and return to play.

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  • This article will delve into the most commonly used products, explaining their specific applications, benefits, and why they are essential tools in a football physio’s kit. Whether you’re a professional player or a dedicated amateur, understanding the role of these products can help optimise your recovery and performance.

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  • For football players, understanding tendinopathy, its causes, and how to manage and recover from it is essential for maintaining optimal performance and preventing prolonged absences from the game.

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  • Introduction In the high-intensity world of football, where injuries are an unfortunate but common occurrence, effective recovery strategies are essential for players to maintain peak performance. Among the various techniques employed by physiotherapists and sports medicine professionals, ice massage stands out as a simple yet highly effective method for managing acute injuries, reducing inflammation, and…

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  • As football evolves into an increasingly physical and demanding sport, players must develop the strength, power, speed, agility, and endurance necessary to perform at their best while minimising the risk of injury. This article covers the main elements of S&C for football players, offering insights that can be used to help improve your physical performance…

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  • Understanding the nature of groin strains, their causes, symptoms, and the best practices for treatment and rehabilitation is crucial for football players and their support teams. This article explores everything you need to know about groin strains, from the initial assessment to returning to full play.

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  • In this blog, we’ll explore key elements, and provide practical examples, of an effective warm-up routine for football players, including pre-activation/prehab routines, the RAMP method, the FIFA 11+ program, and the opportunity to develop other physical qualities during warm-ups.

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  • In this blog, we’ll explore the types of injuries that ankle strapping can help prevent, the key concepts behind effective taping, and the techniques used to ensure maximum support and protection.

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