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How Nymbl are you? (Technology Assisted Exercise Programme)

How Nymbl are you? Recently I have been researching chronic ankle instability ( stable ankles and falling) This is quite a common problem and a serious issue which can become more of a problem with advancing age.   Inverted Arthritic Ankles As the ankle changes with wear and tear( osteoarthritis)…

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Why Do I Keep Rolling My Ankle?

Chronic Ankle Instability (Sprains) Ankle Sprains are one of the most common sprained injuries in sports.   Repeatedly spraining your ankle after the final Initial episode are known as chronic ankle instability. This can be a complication of an ankle sprain that;   ·         Has not been managed well. ·    …

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Players Perspective

Laura Langman ONZM is a retired New Zealand International Netball Player. She is a former captain of the New Zealand Silver Ferns World Cup winning Team.   Laura was involved in the initial transition of a specialist netball shoe. She is a consumet professional and her dedication and work ethic…

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What is the best Netball Shoe?

The Asics net burner range of shoes go with netball like fish go with chips. Netburners have been around for 20 years now and having a sports specific shoe has been a real game changer for a lot of netballers. The transition from the running shoes (traditionally used) to a…

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Selection Of Shoe: 3 Important Things To Consider

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The Selection of a Shoe I would like to talk to you today about how to select the right shoe for you. We often get asked which brands of shoe are best, and we always advise the main three features that we need to look for are fit, function and…

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