Entries by Phil Mack

Physiotherapy Exercise Programmes

We are delighted to announce a new and exciting service from the Physiotherapy Clinics in Edinburgh & Peebles. All patients now have access to our online exercise programmes you can print and download to your smartphone or tablet. No more forgetting…

Tour O’ the Borders, Peebles

Back for another year, Scotland’s only closed road sportive is a classic. Offering both long (120km) and short (88km) routes this is a superb event and well worth entering. Peebles Physio will be both entering and have a stand at the event Expo. See you there!

Running Injuries

March is the busiest month at our sports injury clinics when we see a dramatic increase in running injuries like achilles tendinitis, shin splints, calf and other muscle strains, runner’s knee and ITB syndrome, all of which are termed “overuse injuries”.

Runner’s knee

Runner’s knee is one of the most common and debilitating injuries experienced by runners. But with correct treatment and advice, recovery can be experienced in most cases. Approximately 40% of all injuries seen in a sports injury clinic involves the knee. Runner’s knee, also known as patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) or anterior knee pain, accounts […]

Soft Tissue Injuries

Soft tissue injuries are when trauma occurs to muscles, tendons or ligaments. Tendons are fibrous bands that attach muscles to bone. Trauma to muscles or tendons due to over-stretching is referred to as a ‘strain’.

“Running Beyond Limits” Seminar, Peebles

An informative talk on injury prevention and recovery followed by a fascinating insight into the incredible adventures of Andrew Murray – the Ultimate Marathon Man. Andrew Murray is a doctor, runner, speaker and author who takes on epic physical challenges across the world. He has run 2,659 miles from John O’ Groats to the Sahara […]

Running Beyond Limits

Wednesday, April 30, 2014 – 19:00 50% of tickets sold! (at the time of writing) An informative talk on injury prevention and recover followed by a fascinating insight to the incredible adventures of Andrew Murray – the Ultimate Marathon Man. Andrew Murray is a doctor, runner, speaker and author who takes on epic physical challenges […]