Yasmin Palfrey

Physiotherapist and Health Coach

Yasmin Palfrey

Yasmin is a Chartered Physiotherapist who specialises in injury recovery and sports rehab. Yasmin works in the NHS and private practice helping a diverse range of people return to full function after an injury or episode of pain. Yasmin promotes her physiotherapy and exercise advice through freelance writing and Instagram, helping people get no-nonsense, evidence-based advice on how to manage their musculoskeletal injuries and pain.

Articles by Yasmin

Shin Splints and Running: Why it Happens and What to do About it
February 17 '23

Shin Splints and Running: Why it Happens and What to do About it

If you are a runner there is no doubt you have heard of shin splints, this frustrating injury causes pain along the shin bone (tibia). Perhaps, this injury delayed your marathon training or stopped you from attending the Park Run on Saturday morning. This wouldn’t be uncommon, as it is thought that around 35% of runners will experience this injury at some point in their training (1). Read on to find out what you can do about it!2

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Is Running Bad for Your Knees?
November 1 '22

Is Running Bad for Your Knees?

If you are a runner, there is no doubt you have heard that running may be bad for your joints, and in particular the knees. Perhaps you are new to running and considering getting your running shoes out so that you can reap the many rewards associated with running, such as improved cardiovascular health or mood-boosting effects – to name a few (1). However, perhaps you have read online, or have been told, that running isn’t actually very good for your joints or knees? Confused? Let’s break it down.

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