Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) aka Runner’s knee
Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) the most common form of anterior knee pain and is so common amongst runners that it is often termed “runner’s knee”.
Running Economy Part II – Biomechanical Factors
In a previous article, we presented the topic of running economy (RE) and how important it is for both elite and recreational runners. Running economy is a complex, multifactorial concept that combines metabolic, cardiorespiratory, biomechanical (movement) and neuromuscular characteristics during submaximal effort. By improving your RE, you will be rewarded with more enjoyable running for many years.…
Why Should I Care About Running Economy?
Running is a popular recreational and fitness activity enjoyed by hundreds of millions or people around the world. Its accessibility is arguably only surpassed by walking in terms of financial investment, equipment and skill required to reap its rewards. The rewards of cardio vascular exercise are many, and well documented. As in life, were there is reward there is risk, and the most common risk from running participation is the development of an overuse injury.…
July News! ACC now fully fund Resonance Dynamic Orthotics, AFO’s, and Footwear
Approved ACC provider
Resonance Group is an approved ACC provider and holds the new ACC contract (July 2017) for the provision of orthoses, braces, and specialised footwear.
Following an injury, you are able to make an appointment at Resonance and we will submit your ACC claim for you. You do not need a referral.
If you require orthotics, braces, or specialised footwear we are able to work directly with ACC to ensure you receive the BEST and most suitable orthotic type to effectively manage your pain and dysfunction, regardless of cost.
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Our new state-of-the-art Run3 3D gait analysis system in action!
Run3 is the world’s first single camera 3D gait system. It does not require the placement of markers on the runner’s body. The runner can wear their own shoes and clothing—making 3D data collections, within millimetre accuracy, faster and easier. Run3 is accurate to 1.5 mm and provides a 3D biomechanical gait analysis. Run3 maps…
We’re launching run3, state-of-the-art 3D running gait analysis equipment
Resonance Running Experts is about to launch state-of-the-art, 3D running gait analysis equipment, the first system to be brought into New Zealand.
Running is one of the World’s most popular forms of exercise. However, research shows that between 50-70% of runners sustain overuse injuries during any 12-month period. Overuse injuries as a result of training errors, are more common than acute injuries; such as muscle, ligament or tendon strains or sprains. Additionally, women are more commonly injured than men.
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