Fukuoka is a major city located in one of the most southerly islands Japan (named 'Kyushu'). Shamefully, I knew nothing of Fukuoka (at least, until it was announced as the host city of the International Society of Biomechanics (ISB) Congress, 2023. But, I was delighted to find myself there this summer. It was a particularly… Continue reading Enjoying all things ‘biomechanics’ at the International Society of Biomechanics Congress, 2023 in Fukuoka, Japan
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EVIDENCE REVIEW: Should I be foam rolling?
It's been a hot topic for many years: does foam rolling improve sporting performance? Foam rolling has been a staple component of training programmes and warm-up and cool-down down routines for some time now. Each person who has ever used a foam roller will be able to say whether it worked for them. Anecdotally, we all know someone who swears by foam rolling to get through a work out. And equally, another person who hates foam rolling - they just don't see the point... or perhaps they feel it diminishes their performance when training or competing...
Golfer’s Elbow vs. Tennis Elbow – what’s the difference?
Although they are often confused, Golfer's Elbow and Tennis Elbow are two different overuse injuries of the tendinous structures of the elbow and wrist. More specifically, these injuries are categorised as 'tendinopathies'.
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