Running injury treatment in Newcastle

Whether you're training for a marathon, a weekly parkrun or your first 5 km, an injury can stall your progress. Thom is a keen runner who writes running and strength programs, so the focus is on getting you back to running and keeping you there.

Book online or call 0498 184 226. No referral needed.

Running injuries we commonly see

Runner's knee (patellofemoral pain)
Iliotibial band (ITB) pain
Shin pain, including medial tibial stress syndrome
Achilles tendon pain
Plantar heel pain and plantar fasciitis
Hip and gluteal tendon pain
Hamstring and calf strains

How we assess running injuries

We look at your injury history, training load, footwear and any recent changes, then assess strength, flexibility and joint movement. Where useful, we'll look at how you run and how you control single-leg movements.

How we treat running injuries

Manual therapy is used to ease pain and improve range of motion. Physical therapy builds the strength and capacity your body needs for the running you want to do, with a plan to return to running gradually.

Soft tissue therapy and joint articulation
Load management: what to keep doing, what to change, and for how long
Progressive strength work for the calf, hip, knee and foot
A graded return-to-run plan
Running programs for your goals, from 5 km to marathon

Do I have to stop running?

Not always. Many runners can keep training with changes to volume, pace or terrain. We'll help you find what your body can handle right now.

When to see a doctor

See your GP if you have pain at one specific spot on a bone that gets worse with running or hopping, pain at night, or swelling that isn't settling, as these can be signs of a stress fracture.

Frequently asked questions

Can you help with my training program?

Yes. Thom can write running and strength programs to suit your goals and current fitness.

Do I need new shoes?

Sometimes, but not always. We'll look at your footwear as part of the assessment and give practical advice.

Book an appointment in Newcastle

AO Osteopathy is at 19 Darling Street, Carrington, a few minutes from Newcastle CBD, Wickham, Maryville, Honeysuckle and Hamilton. Initial consultations take 45 to 60 minutes and follow-ups take 30 minutes. Book online or call 0498 184 226.