to erode the cartilage in his knee. The runner was given a pair of tailor-made orthoses and instructed not to run for a week. Over a month the runner returned gradually to his usual mileage. He no longer suffers pain, and considers his orthoses just
chiropractors can treat many other running injuries, too; some can mould or prescribe orthoses. They also can carry out pre-season checks to identify, treat and strengthen areas with potential for injury. When to go At the first sign of pain or extended soreness