Based in Glasgow, near George Cross
Physiotherapy treatments & services for runners
Running can cause a range of injuries and conditions, including shoulder pain, arm pain, back pain, leg pain and foot pain.
These are often overuse injuries that through repetition, add stress to a particular part of the body.
Our specialist sports physiotherapists can help diagnose precisely where the problem is originating and prescribe an effective treatment.
Our prices
We offer a wide range of physiotherapy services to treat sporting injuries at our clinic in Glasgow but don’t worry, when you contact us we will advise you on the correct service to choose and how much it will cost before you book.
How our sports physiotherapists can help treat running injuries
Running injuries are often overuse injuries – an increase in peak stresses to an area of the body with every step which eventually lead to tissue strain or change and pain. We work with you to explain why your unique body alignment has resulted in these increased peak pressures.
Body alignment is incredibly important as this can alter the muscle pattern and joint forces around your entire body when you run. You can alter your alignment in a variety of ways, from running gait retraining, foot orthotics, change in running shoes, Kinetic Chain Release (KCR) and your physiotherapy rehab program.
Your experienced physio will often be able to make a clinical diagnosis of your injury before performing some manual therapy and creating your unique at home rehab plan.
The treatment advice for the variety of common running related injuries can differ entirely.
A stress fracture for example would require immediate offloading. Illiobial Band Syndrome often resolves well with foot orthotics and following a physio prescribed strengthening program. Runner’s knee can be treated with a physio exercise plan whereas shockwave therapy can be a great treatment modality for patella femoral syndrome.
No matter your injury or condition, our team can help diagnose and treat it. Contact us to book an appointment.
Our physios help treat amateur and professional runners across Scotland and the UK
The Body Foot and Leg Clinic have been treating athletes across Scotland and the UK since 2009 from our specialist clinic in Glasgow. Our multidisciplinary team of qualified professionals work closely to diagnose and treat a broad range of sporting injuries, and our patients include everyone from top athletes to aspiring amateurs of all ages. We approach every case from a holistic point of view, taking the time to fully understand the nature of your injury and work collaboratively with our team of specialists to provide the right treatment for your specific situation.
Don’t worry if you are unsure which service or appointment to book – our team are highly trained to ensure you are referred to the correct service within the clinic.
Get in touch with us
We can assist in the diagnosis, assessment and treatment for most sporting injuries and work with clients ranging from professional athletes to people taking up a sport for the first time. When you contact us we will advise on the best service for your injury and how much it will cost before booking.
Frequently asked questions
Here are some of the most commonly asked questions from patients who haven’t yet attended a sports physiotherapy clinic.
What’s the difference between a physio and a sports physio?
Both a physio and sports physio are qualified profressionals. A sports physio usually has more experienced working with atheletes to help resolve injuries and pain as a result of sporting activities.
How much does a private physio session cost?
At the Body Foot and Leg Clinic, an initial session with a physiotherapist costs £62 with all follow up sessions costing £54.
What is the most common injuries when running?
Runners can face a wide range of injuries affecting everything from feet, ankles, knees, hips and shoulders.
When should I see a sports therapist?
While you should certainly see an experienced physio when you are injured, that’s not the only time they can help. If you have any limited mobility, weakness or discomfort then it’s a good time to go see a physio.