Expert assessment, treatment & performance support for runners of all levels
Running is one of the most accessible and rewarding forms of exercise, but it’s also one of the most common sources of injury. Whether you’re training for your first 5K, aiming for a marathon PB, or simply running to stay fit, we can help you stay pain-free and perform at your best.
At Edinburgh Sports + Spinal Physiotherapy, our physiotherapists have specialist expertise in diagnosing and treating running-related injuries, as well as identifying underlying biomechanical issues that could be holding you back or increasing your risk of injury.
We regularly help with:
Each of these injuries can benefit from targeted physiotherapy treatments, which may include strengthening exercises, flexibility routines, manual therapy, and advice on running form and injury prevention strategies.
We believe in treating the whole runner, not just the injury. Your tailored plan will include:
We don’t just get you back on your feet — we help you run stronger for longer. Many runners benefit from:
Pain around or behind the kneecap, often due to overuse or misalignment.
Pain around or behind the kneecap, often due to overuse or misalignment.
Inflammation of the Achilles tendon, usually due to overuse or tight calf muscles.
Pain on the outer side of the knee or hip, caused by the tightness of the iliotibial band.
Heel pain, typically caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia ligament on the bottom of the foot.
A strain or tear in the hamstring muscles, often caused by sudden bursts of speed or poor flexibility.
Injury to the calf muscles, often from overstretching or sudden movements.
Small cracks in bones, typically in the foot or lower leg, caused by repetitive stress and overuse.
Injury to the ligaments in the ankle, commonly occurring due to twisting or rolling the ankle while running.
Overuse or overstretching of the hip flexor muscles, leading to pain in the front of the hip or groin area.
Inflammation of the bursa (fluid-filled sacs) around joints, often in the hip, knee, or ankle.
Generalized pain in the tibia (shin bone), usually caused by repetitive impact or poor running mechanics.
Chronic tightness in muscles like calves, hamstrings, or quadriceps, often resulting from poor stretching, muscle imbalances, or overuse.
A strain in the muscles of the inner thigh, often from overexertion or sudden changes in direction.
Sudden, involuntary muscle contractions often occurring due to dehydration or electrolyte imbalances.
Each of these injuries can benefit from targeted physiotherapy treatments, which may include strengthening exercises, flexibility routines, manual therapy, and advice on running form and injury prevention strategies.
