Assessment
The clinician may review recent mileage, intensity changes, footwear, symptoms and relevant strength or movement measures. Running analysis may be considered if clinically appropriate and available.
Peak Physiotherapy · St Albans
Running injury physiotherapy
Understand running-related pain and work towards a confident return to training.
Individual care · St Albans
Running injury physiotherapy
Running injuries may be linked to training changes, inadequate recovery, strength capacity or other individual factors. An assessment looks beyond the painful area to your running history, workload and personal goals.
Every patient is different. We consider your symptoms, health history, movement and what you need to return to, rather than applying a standard treatment routine.
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Common presentations
What we can assess
The following examples illustrate the kinds of problems commonly discussed in this service. Your practitioner will confirm suitability at assessment.
- Achilles and calf pain
- Knee pain during or after running
- Hip, hamstring and other overuse presentations
This information is general and is not a diagnosis. Urgent or worrying symptoms should be assessed through an appropriate medical service.
What to expect
From first assessment to rehabilitation.
Treatment and advice
A structured plan can include managing training load, progressive strengthening and a graded return-to-running approach, with milestones tailored to symptoms and desired distance or events.
Review and progression
Monitor response, adapt exercise and activity, and review progress towards goals that are realistic for your individual situation.
Patient questions
Questions before booking?
Do I need to stop running?
Not always. Whether to rest, adapt or continue depends on the presentation and clinical assessment.
Can you prepare me for a race?
A rehabilitation plan can consider a target event, but suitability and timescales depend on the assessment and recovery progress.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Please bring any relevant referral letters, medical reports or scan results you already have, and wear clothing suitable for examining the affected area.
Your next step
Move towards your goals.
Arrange an assessment and discuss an individual treatment direction.