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The Guardian // World // Europe

Bouncing back: from an ankle sprain to a shoulder pinch, experts on the best way to recover from common injuries

Friday 23rd January 2026, 3:00PM

Done your knee in running or in a match? Pulled something while playing with the kids? These tips should get you on the road to recoveryThere’s nothing quite like a persistent ache or pain to ruin your mood. Whether it’s a recurring twinge in your lower back or an acute injury from an accident, most issues stem from imbalance – when one area of the body compensates for weakness elsewhere.“Our bodies are inherently asymmetrical – no one’s left and right sides are exactly the same,” says personal trainer Luke Worthington. “Problems arise when we inadvertently force symmetry, trying to make both sides move identically. It disrupts our natural equilibrium and leads to overuse, strain or injury.” Continue reading...

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