Injury Management
Injured? Need help?
The physiotherapy, osteopathy and sports massage team at the University of Bristol Sports Medicine Clinic can help you get back on your feet and training pain free. As partners of the Bristol Half Marathon for the past 5 years, they have the experience and expertise to assess and treat your injury and prevent recurrence.
We are registered with the relevant medical insurance companies e.g. BUPA, AXA/PPP etc
Want to get stronger and run for longer?
Our physiotherapy team can use video running analysis on our indoor track or treadmill to identify strengths and weaknesses and help you refine your technique. They can give you an individualised exercise programme to meet your needs and maximise your strength and endurance in the lead up to the race.
How to find us
The clinic is located in the Bristol University sports building, just off St Michael’s Hill. We offer daytime and evening appointments from 7.30 am to 9 pm weekdays.
University of Bristol Sports Medicine Clinic – Open to the public
Tyndall Avenue, Clifton, Bristol BS8 1TP
Ph: 0117 928 8810
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Physio tips for runners
• Stay strong
Strength and control in the torso and hip muscles will help you avoid injury. Lunges are an ideal exercise to strengthen for running.
• Stay supple
Follow the lead of top level runners who use sports massage to avoid injury.
Dynamic stretching helps you get the most out of your muscles.
• Consider cross training
Most running injuries occur due to overload and overtraining. Cross training keeps your fitness up and can help you avoid injury.
• Support your feet
The feet absorb the impact as our leg hits the ground, so the right socks and footwear are vital to absorb impact and prevent injury.
Race day
Our team of physios and sports massage therapists will be there on race day to help you with any injuries and ease your muscles after the race. We look forward to seeing you in Millennium Square on September 14th.
