Sports Life Work Injury Clinic

26/05/2026

Big things are happening… 👀

I’m excited to share that myself and co host Stevie Barr currently working on the Sports Therapy Association Scotland Conference!

This event is being created to bring together Sports Therapists and associated professionals for a day of learning, CPD, networking and sharing ideas with people who are passionate about health, movement and helping others.

We’re still in the planning stages and working behind the scenes on an exciting speaker line-up… and trust me, you’ll want to keep an eye on this 👀
Speaker announcements and more details will be coming soon, so watch this space.

What topics would you love to see covered? Or who would be on your dream speaker list? Let me know below ⬇️

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25/05/2026

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25/05/2026

17/05/2026

🏍️ Back at East Fortune today!

Laura and Beth are back supporting the riders and sidecar passengers for another day trackside. Yesterday was brilliant — we met some genuinely lovely people and it was great to be part of such a fantastic atmosphere.

We’re looking forward to another busy day of helping keep everyone moving, feeling good, and race-ready.

If you're there today, come and say hello — we’ll be around from approximately 9am onwards!

See you trackside 👋🏁

12/05/2026

🚨 Achilles Tendinopathy: Why Your Heel Pain Isn’t “Just Tight Calves” 🚨

That sore, stiff pain at the back of your ankle when you get out of bed…
Or the ache that kicks in during a run, walk, or gym session…

It might be Achilles tendinopathy — and no, the best answer isn’t always “rest until it goes away.”

👣 Common Signs of Achilles Tendinopathy:

✅ Pain or stiffness first thing in the morning
✅ Tenderness or thickening along the tendon
✅ Pain that warms up during activity but worsens later
✅ Soreness after running, jumping, or long walks

⚠️ What Usually Causes It?

Achilles tendinopathy often builds up over time from:
📈 Sudden increase in training volume or intensity
👟 Poor load management (too much too soon)
🦵 Weak calf strength or reduced tendon capacity
🏃‍♂️ Changes in footwear or running surface

💡 What Actually Helps?

The Achilles tendon needs the right kind of progressive loading, not endless stretching.

🔥 Evidence-based rehab often includes:
🏋️‍♂️ Calf strengthening (heavy + controlled)
📊 Gradual return to running/jumping
🧠 Load modification (not full shutdown)
🦶 Foot + ankle capacity work

❌ What to Avoid:

🚫 Resting completely for weeks then “testing it” suddenly
🚫 Aggressive stretching into pain
🚫 Random calf raises with no progression plan

✅ The Good News:

Most Achilles tendinopathy cases respond really well to a structured rehab plan — especially when addressed early.

📍If your Achilles has been nagging for weeks (or months), we can help you rebuild strength and get back to running, training, and daily life pain-free.

📩 DM us “ACHILLES” and we’ll guide you on your next step.

11/05/2026

Sports Life Work & Cassells Fitness have one aim and that is to bridge the gap between injury and peak performance 🙌🏻

We are very excited to be working with their amazing community on a weekly basis to help with any on-going issues that may have been holding them back. All so they can get the most of their training and recovery.

Weekly slots will be available to book into for us to assess, treat and educate on any issues you may have so keep an eye out on your community chats to see those times/days we will be around.

Alternatively, message either us or the Cassells team to book in either at the gym or with us at our clinic in Rutherglen 🙂

07/05/2026

One of the hardest parts of being injured isn’t always the pain — it’s the patience

Being unable to train, compete, or move the way you normally would can feel frustrating, especially when recovery seems slower than expected. But injuries often teach us lessons we may have overlooked before: the importance of rest, recovery, strength, balance, and listening to our bodies.

The rehab process can test you mentally as much as physically. It teaches resilience, discipline, and patience — qualities that will not only help you recover now, but help protect you in the future too.

Every setback carries an opportunity to learn something that can make your return stronger and smarter. And when the hard work finally pays off, there’s no better feeling than returning to the sport you love with a smile on your face again. 💪

Trust the process, stay consistent, and remember: recovery is still progress.

04/05/2026

We thought it right to introduce the whole amazing team we have here at Sports Life Work 🥳

The people who assess, treat, and guide you through every step of your injury— from pain relief to rehab and return to sport.

We’re here to help you move better, feel more confident and get back to doing what you love.

👋 Say hello to the faces behind the clinic!

29/04/2026

Summer’s coming… and your kids won’t wait.

They’ll want you in the garden.
In the park.
Running, playing, being involved.

Not watching from the sidelines because your back, knees, or fitness won’t allow it.

What’s stopping you feeling like yourself again?

At Sports Life Work, we see this all the time — men and women who want to be more active with their kids but feel held back by pain, stiffness, or just not being as fit as they used to be.

The good news? That’s fixable.

With the right plan, the right support, and a bit of consistency, you can get back to moving well, feeling stronger, and actually enjoying those moments instead of avoiding them.

If this sounds like you, let’s sort it now — not halfway through summer.

Drop us a message or book in for an assessment and let’s get you back in the game. ⚽

25/04/2026

Laura and Beth were out at the motorbike racing at East Fortune today 🏁

Safe to say… it was way busier than we expected. A full-on day keeping riders moving and managing injuries trackside.

We’re back again tomorrow and ready for another big one, anyone wanting booked in please send us a DM and we willl give you a rough time slot