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14Aug

First collaborative publication between UCL’s PARG and the ISEH


The first Camden Active Spaces protocol paper has been published in the British Medical Journal on “Does the construction of active school playgrounds influence children’s physical activity levels? A longitudinal quasi-experiment protocol” which is the first collaborative publication between UCL’s PARG and the ISEH.

12Aug

The challenges of pre-season training


Football clubs across the globe are now beginning their preseason training, in an attempt to get players to their maximum fitness levels for the new season, as well as to stop and early injuries creeping in. However for some clubs, the preseason training may bring big challenges for the club, challenges that could shape the clubs season success.

12Aug

New regulations banning head guards in male boxing


New regulations banning head guards in the male boxing events at the Commonwealth Games have been introduced after studies have shown that the number of injuries has increased since the protection was introduced in 1984. Dr Mike Loosemore gives his thoughts on the changes that he argues are a ‘positive development’ to the sport.

06Aug

Shockwave treatment can kick-start healing


ISEH consultants and physiotherapists are now able to provide radial-pulsed shockwave therapy to our patients.

04Aug

Altitude simulator helps accelerate research cycle


A chamber simulating high-altitude conditions is helping researchers at the Institute of Sports, Exercise and Health (ISEH) to push forward research on how intensive care patients could recover faster and spend less time in hospital.

31Jul

Exercise medicine conference: Day two summary


Exercise is crucial for health. Yet in the UK less than one in ten men, and less than one in twenty women, do enough of it.

30Jul

Nick Matthew defends Commonwealth Games squash title after surgery


Nick Matthew successfully defended his Commonwealth Games singles squash title following a thrilling victory over fellow Englishman James Willstrop in 5 sets. This came just over a month after the reigning world champion had surgery on a tear in the meniscus that had cast some doubt over his ability to compete in Glasgow.

29Jul

One hour of exercise each week can reduce the chances of Alzheimer’s


A new study published in the journal Lancet Neurology conducted by the Cambridge University Institute of Public Health has revealed that as little as one hours exercise each week can reduce the chances of contracting Alzheimer’s disease by up to a third.

25Jul

ISEH consultant leads Games medical team


ISEH consultant Dr Mike Loosemore is Chief Medical Officer (CMO) for the England team at the Commonwealth Games. He gave us this exclusive interview.

17Jul

ISEH sponsors beach rugby


On 1 and 2 August, Canary Wharf plays host to the 2014 London Beach Rugby Tournament.

14Jul

ISEH physio in lead role at Commonwealth Games


Bruce Paton, head physiotherapist at the Institute of Sport Exercise and Health (ISEH), is taking a short break from his role at the ISEH to attend the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games, where he will take on the role of lead physiotherapist for the pool swimming events

14Jul

Exercise medicine conference: Day one afternoon summary


Exercise and medicine conference: Day one, afternoon highlights