What Are Overuse Injuries
If you’ve ever developed pain from doing “too much, too soon,” you may have experienced an overuse injury. These injuries are common in both athletes and everyday active people—and they can become long-term problems if not treated early. The good news? We can help you recover, prevent recurrence, and get back to what you love doing—pain free.
At our Stoke-on-Trent injury clinic, we help clients recover from overuse injuries with personalised, evidence-based treatment plans.
What Are Overuse Injuries?
Overuse injuries happen when repeated stress is placed on muscles, joints, or tendons without giving the body enough time to recover. They’re not caused by one single trauma, but by gradual wear and tear. Over time, the affected area becomes inflamed, irritated, or structurally damaged.
Common Overuse Injuries Include:
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Tendinopathy (Achilles, patellar, or rotator cuff tendons)
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Shin splints
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Tennis elbow / Golfer’s elbow
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Plantar fasciitis
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Stress fractures
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Runner’s knee (patellofemoral pain)
These conditions often start as mild discomfort and slowly worsen, especially if you continue the activity causing the issue.
Who Gets Overuse Injuries?
Overuse injuries aren’t just for athletes. They’re also common among:
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Runners and gym-goers
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Manual labourers or tradespeople
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Office workers with repetitive movement (e.g. typing or mouse use)
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Children or teens in sports teams
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Anyone increasing activity levels too quickly
Signs & Symptoms of Overuse Injuries
Watch for these early warning signs:
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Dull or aching pain during or after activity
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Swelling or tenderness
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Loss of strength or range of motion
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Stiffness, especially after rest
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Pain that lingers or worsens over time
Ignoring the pain or "pushing through it" often leads to chronic issues—so it’s important to seek professional help early.
How can we help you
At our Stoke-on-Trent injury clinic, we take a comprehensive approach to managing overuse injuries. Our goal is not just to treat the symptoms, but to fix the root cause.
Our Overuse Injury Treatment Includes:
✅ Thorough Assessment
We assess your movement patterns, training history, and lifestyle to identify what’s contributing to your pain.
✅ Hands-On Treatment
Manual therapy can help relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and improve mobility.
✅ Strength & Conditioning
We build a tailored exercise plan to strengthen the muscles around the injury and gradually load the tissue to promote healing.
✅ Biomechanical Correction
Poor form or technique during movement is often to blame. We’ll help correct faulty mechanics that are stressing your body.
✅ Load Management & Education
We teach you how to safely return to activity without risking re-injury—and how to prevent it from happening again.
✅ Shockwave Therapy (if applicable)
For chronic tendon issues, we also offer shockwave therapy in Stoke-on-Trent to stimulate tissue repair.
Why Choose [Your Clinic Name] in Stoke-on-Trent?
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✔️ Experienced musculoskeletal Injury specialist with a background in sports and rehabilitation
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✔️ Modern clinic with hands-on care and progressive rehab
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✔️ Trusted by local athletes and active individuals
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✔️ Easy online booking and flexible appointments
What to book in for?
For a full assessment, treatment, advise, exercise plan etc... Book for a Initial Consultation & Treatment service.