Kinetic Sports Performance

30/03/2026

When we talk about knee pain, we often forget the joints above and below it.

Limited mobility in the hip and ankle changes how force is transferred through the leg. When these joints can’t move properly, the knee has to compensate — often by absorbing more rotational force (torque) than it’s designed to handle.

Over time, this repeated stress can contribute to irritation, overload, and persistent knee pain.

👉 Improve hip and ankle range of motion, and you reduce unnecessary torque at the knee.

The knee isn’t always the problem — but it’s where the symptoms present.

22/03/2026

With new projects on the horizon, we’re looking for passionate practitioners to join the team.

If you’re driven, care about your patients, and want to be part of something that’s moving forward — we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Send your CV to info@kineticsp.co.uk

13/03/2026

Pregnancy changes how your core functions — which is why post-natal rehabilitation is so important before returning to training.

During pregnancy the abdominal wall stretches and many women develop diastasis recti, a separation of the abdominal muscles that alters how the core supports the body.

This is a normal part of pregnancy, but it does mean the body often needs specific rehabilitation before returning to higher-load activities like running, lifting or traditional core exercises.

Post-natal rehab focuses on restoring:

• Deep core stability
• Breathing mechanics
• Pelvic floor coordination
• Progressive strength for a safe return to exercise

At our clinic we specialise in post-natal rehabilitation, with Maddie leading this area of practice and working closely with women to rebuild core strength and safely return to training after pregnancy.

Diastasis recti doesn’t mean you can’t train.
It simply means the right foundations need to be restored first.

If you’re planning to return to exercise after pregnancy, this video highlights some key things to consider.

Save this for later or share it with someone navigating post-natal recovery.

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21/01/2026

Your back pain might not start in your back 👀

Most people focus on the spine when back pain shows up.
But the body works as a system — and sometimes the issue starts lower down.

🦵 Your calves matter more than you think.

Research shows that when calves are:
• Tight
• Weak
• Easily fatigued

👉 Ankle movement can be limited
👉 The body compensates through the hips and pelvis
👉 The lower back can take on extra stress

Over time, this can contribute to discomfort during things like:
• Walking
• Squatting
• Standing for long periods

⚠️ This doesn’t mean calves cause back pain.
But for the right person, they can be one piece of the puzzle.

💡 The goal isn’t perfect posture or isolated fixes.
It’s improving how your whole body moves and shares load.

If you’ve got back pain and stiff ankles or tired calves — it might be worth looking beyond your spine.

15/01/2026

https://www.kineticsp.co.uk/post/football-injury-tips-from-arsenal-physio-vijay-randhawa

I'm Vijay Randhawa, a physiotherapist at Arsenal FC and here at Kinetic.Across all levels of football — from grassroots to the professional game — the same injuries account for the majority of time lost. The difference at elite level isn’t luck. It’s how we prepare, train, and manage players...

18/12/2025

✨ Exciting News ✨

We’re proud to share that we are now part of the Bupa Physiotherapy Network 🩺

This is a huge milestone for our clinic and means we can now accept patients using Bupa health insurance.

👤 Vijay Randhawa will be leading our insurance services, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience for all Bupa patients.

📞 How to book using your insurance:
• Call the clinic
• Provide your Bupa pre-authorisation code
• Receive your booking code
• Choose a date and time that suits you

From there, we take care of everything with Bupa — so you can focus on getting better 💪

Thank you to everyone who continues to support the clinic. We’re excited to help even more people move better and feel stronger.

11/12/2025

What Is a Tendon — and Why Does It Get Sore?

A tendon is the tough, fibrous tissue that connects muscle to bone.
It’s the bridge that lets your muscles create movement — every step, lift, jump, or stretch depends on healthy tendons.

But here’s the catch…
Most tendon injuries happen when we do too much, too quickly:
➡️ Sudden spikes in training
➡️ Returning to exercise after a break
➡️ Repetitive stress without enough recovery
➡️ Pushing harder than the tendon is ready for

When the load outweighs the tendon’s capacity, it gets irritated — that familiar ache or stiffness that shows up during or after activity.

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💪 How We Fix It: Isometrics

Isometric exercises involve holding a muscle contraction without moving the joint.
They’re one of the most effective early-stage tools for calming a reactive tendon.

Why they work:
🔥 Reduce pain quickly
🛡️ Provide safe, controlled load
🚀 Build tendon strength + capacity
😌 Restore confidence to move again

Think of isometrics as the reset button — helping the tendon settle so you can gradually build up to heavier, more functional loading.

01/12/2025

Why I like using a ball for this exercise 👇

Using a ball does two things really well:

🟢 Keeps the knee elevated
This makes the position safer and more comfortable, especially when we’re trying to dial in good quad activation.

🟢 Gives proprioceptive feedback
That gentle pressure under the knee helps your body understand where the leg is in space — which usually means the quad fires a lot better.

Simple tweak, big difference. Try it out and let me know how it feels 💪🦵

28/11/2025

🚨 Managing lower back pain? This video may help.

Like, share & comment “BACK PAIN” for your free 6-week strengthening programme.

12/11/2025

Getting pain on the inside of your elbow? 👇
You might be dealing with Golfer’s Elbow and you don’t even need to play golf to get it 🏌️‍♂️

💢 Common symptoms:
• Aching or tenderness on the inner elbow
• Pain when gripping or lifting
• Discomfort with wrist flexion (like curling or typing)
• Sometimes tingling down into the forearm

It’s usually caused by overuse of the forearm muscles — too much gripping, lifting, or poor technique.

Catching it early makes all the difference — give these three exercises a go to start easing the pain and rebuilding strength.

09/11/2025

Maddie’s breaking down one of the most common injuries we see in the clinic — the herniated (or protruding) disc! 💥🩺

She explains what’s really happening in your spine 🧠🦴, why it causes pain 😣, and what your symptoms could be 👇✨

04/11/2025

Neck pain? Vijay’s got you covered, 5 minutes to feel the release! 🔥