Using the techniques below, we can assess, rehabilitate and reduce the risk of injuries, whether sport related, or general ‘aches and pains’.

Our treatment techniques include:

• Sports Massage
• Myofascial Release
• Ultrasound
• Taping  – Both traditional and Kinesiology
• Mobilisations – Peripheral Joint and Spinal.
• Muscle stretching techniques (including muscle energy techniques)
• Rehabilitation Exercise which may include:-
  • Muscle stretching techniques
  • Muscle strengthening
  • Core stability training
  • Proprioception training
• We can also provide gait analysis (Click here for more information).

What to expect at your appointment

During your first sports therapy appointment we will discuss your medical and injury history, the issues that you are experiencing and to understand your aims to come up with an appropriate treatment plan.

To aid your recovery and reduce the risk of future injury, we may provide you with a number of exercises to do at home.

Visit our FAQs for all the information you will need, prior to your appointment.

Embracing a Proactive Approach

Prevention is better than cure. Professional sports therapy can also be used as a preventative measure. For instance, some programmes involve providing patients with a greater degree of mobility through stretching exercises. Other may instead focus upon core stability training or muscular strengthening in order to reduce the strain associated with a certain muscle group. Our ultimate objective is to work together with the patient in order to appreciate his or her unique needs.

Supporting your whole team

West Berkshire Injury Clinic also offer support for sports teams and clubs, vocal massage for performers or public speakers and first aid, and/or sports therapy, cover for events. Muscle stretching techniques (including muscle energy techniques)

Would you like to learn more about your therapeutic options? If so, please get in touch with one of our team members in order to book an appointment at your convenience.

Why consider Gait Analysis?

Our bodies become creatures of habit over time. This is why it is often very difficult to diagnose a problem with the way that we walk without obtaining a professional opinion. The professionals at West Berkshire Injury Clinic have adopted a host of cutting-edge techniques in order to ensure that any issues with your current gait are uncovered and effectively treated. The good news is that even those who have been suffering from pain and discomfort for extended periods of time will normally be provided with targeted solutions in no more than 90 minutes.

The Advantages of a Gait Analysis

Even small imbalances within the lower extremities can lead to problems with the knees, hips, lower back, and shoulders. Furthermore, the best way to prevent future injuries is to effectively diagnose any dysfunctions within a real-time observational scenario. Whether you suspect that an issue may be present or you are simply looking to err on the side of caution, a gait analysis can work wonders.

Our approach

We will be looking to video your gait on a treadmill to review your running/walking gait and to look for imbalances, not just in the lower leg but through the knees, hips, and even into the shoulders.

The process that we follow for the appointment: –

• We will meet at the Hungerford Clinic.
• We will use the treadmill – starting with a walk and slowly building to a run – videoing your gait in the process.
• We will review and analyse your gait and come up with an action plan if needed.

Please allow 90 minutes for the appointment to allow time for the videoing, analysis and discussion.

Now, we know that running on a treadmill is an artificial process and may not give a true indication of your running style so, weather permitting, we may also meet locally to review and video your gait, however the process will be like the above.

What should I wear?

I will be asking you to wear exactly what you would wear when you go for a run – apart from the muddy shoes! If you wear a camelpak for water then I will ask you to wear that, if you run holding your phone, I will ask you to bring your phone with you, if you carry a water bottle or have sweets in your pockets then do the same.

As explained above, it’s to look for imbalances and to review your running style. The idea is to come up with a plan of action, to help you recover from a running related injury, to reduce the risk of an injury or help you run better.

Please note that I’m not a running coach and I’m looking at things from a therapeutic perspective.

The cost of a gait analysis session is £65. If you would like more information, then please get in contact with the clinic.