Running injuries Twickenham
Running Injury Treatment & Sports Massage in Twickenham
Running is one of the most accessible and rewarding forms of exercise, but the repetitive nature of training can place significant demands on the body. As mileage increases, small niggles can quickly develop into injuries that interfere with training. At GE Massage & Rehab in Twickenham, I work with runners of all levels — from people preparing for their first Parkrun to experienced runners training for events such as the London Marathon. I regularly treat runners from Twickenham, Richmond, Teddington, Hampton and Whitton, helping them recover from injury, manage training loads and continue running comfortably. My approach combines hands-on treatment, detailed assessment and targeted rehabilitation exercises to address the underlying cause of pain rather than simply treating symptoms.
Sports Massage for Runners
Sports massage can play a valuable role in supporting runners during periods of training. Regular massage sessions can help reduce muscle tension that develops during high mileage training, improve circulation to tired tissues and support recovery between sessions. Massage can be particularly useful during marathon training blocks, when the body is adapting to increased volume and intensity. For many runners, massage provides:- Relief from tight or overloaded muscles
- Improved mobility and flexibility
- Faster recovery between runs
- Reassurance that small issues are addressed early
Sports rehabilitation
When runners develop persistent pain, simply treating tight muscles is rarely enough. Running injuries often occur because of a combination of factors such as training load, fatigue, movement control and strength. During a sports rehabilitation session, the focus is on understanding what is actually driving the problem. This typically involves: • assessing how the injury developed • identifying contributing factors such as training load or movement patterns • reducing pain and restoring mobility through hands-on treatment • introducing targeted exercises to improve strength and control The goal is not simply to reduce symptoms, but to help runners return to training stronger and more resilient.
Common Running Injuries I Treat
I regularly help runners manage a wide range of injuries, including: • Runner’s knee (patellofemoral pain) • Iliotibial band irritation (ITB syndrome) • Achilles tendinopathy • Calf and hamstring strains • Plantar fasciitis • Hip pain in runners Early treatment can often prevent a small issue becoming something that disrupts weeks of training.
Preparing for the London Marathon
In the final weeks before the London Marathon, runners often experience small niggles as mileage peaks and fatigue accumulates. Addressing these issues early can make a significant difference to how comfortable race day feels. Treatment during marathon preparation often focuses on: • managing calf and Achilles load • improving hip strength and running control • reducing excessive muscle tension • maintaining mobility as training volume increases Many runners I see are training in Richmond Park, Bushy Park or along the Thames towpath, and small adjustments to training, recovery and strength work can often allow runners to continue preparing for race day without major interruption.
Running Injury Clinic in Twickenham
Appointments take place in a quiet private studio in Twickenham, convenient for runners coming from: Twickenham Richmond Teddington Hampton Whitton St Margarets Isleworth If you are experiencing pain during training or simply want support managing your mileage, early assessment and treatment can often help keep you running comfortably.
Book an Appointment
If you are unsure whether your issue requires sports rehabilitation or simply a maintenance massage, feel free to book whichever appointment feels most appropriate. Alternatively you can contact me directly at gerald@ge-m.co.uk. Early treatment can often prevent a small issue becoming something that affects training or race day.
