Ultra Sports Clinic

Ultra Sports Clinic Ultra Sports Clinic is a sport and work related injury Clinic in the heart of The City of London and now in Hampstead Gardens.

Sports Physiotherapy diagnostics, Rehabilitation Chiro, Doctor, Ultra Sound Diagnostics/Injections and Sports massage in The City of London & now also in Hampstead Gardens. State of the art treatment and rehabilitation programmes tailored to getting you back up and running in no time. Offering Physio, Chiro, Osteopathy, Radiography and Deep Tissue Massage. The clinic is headed up by Ashleigh Wiena

nd, BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy MCSP ACPSM. Ashleigh has worked with numerous sports teams over the years, including assisting the British & Irish Lions on their SA tour, South African Sevens Rugby team, London Irish junior rugby team, South African Davis and Federation Cup tennis team, Enduroman Arc to Arc Triathlon team, South African Rugby Legends team, Natal cricket team, London Penguins Swimming and Water Polo team, Natal under water hockey team, as well as touring with Muse on their current World Tour and more recently has helped out at the Commonwealth Games 2014. For more information about the clinic and its services click on the website www.ultrasportsclinic.com

Your skeleton is a living structure, and walking is its daily maintenance plan. Studies indicate that as few as 7,000 st...
05/05/2026

Your skeleton is a living structure, and walking is its daily maintenance plan. Studies indicate that as few as 7,000 steps per day can lower the risk of premature mortality by between 50–70% in adults.

From a sports physiotherapy perspective, it’s weight-bearing exercise that stimulates bone health - bones want to be loaded. It’s the same principle as resistance and strength training.

This National Walking Month, we recommend swapping one short drive per week for a deliberate walk. Commit to consistency, not intensity, so start stepping with purpose today.



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As the UEFA Women's Champions League ramps up the excitement, showcasing the highest level of women’s football, it also ...
29/04/2026

As the UEFA Women's Champions League ramps up the excitement, showcasing the highest level of women’s football, it also highlights important sports science differences between men and women.

Research shows female footballers experience up to 2–6 times higher rates of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury compared with men, influenced by biomechanics, hormonal factors and landing mechanics.

Interestingly, studies also show women often demonstrate greater technical work rate and distance covered at moderate intensity.

Hence, our sports physiotherapists play a key role in improving strength, neuromuscular control and injury resilience. Call us today to find out how.

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While runners eagerly anticipate this Saturday's London Marathon, planning post-race rehabilitation is just as important...
24/04/2026

While runners eagerly anticipate this Saturday's London Marathon, planning post-race rehabilitation is just as important as training.

Effective recovery strategies such as gradual load reintroduction, mobility work, and targeted strengthening help prevent lingering issues and support long-term performance.

Our sports physiotherapists guide runners to rebuild tissue resilience, restore movement quality, and reduce the risk of early-season injuries.

Read our latest blog to discover how to recover effectively after the race, manage soreness, and reduce injury risk in the crucial days following the finish line! https://www.ultrasportsclinic.com/post/after-the-marathon-recovery-matters-most



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21/04/2026

As runners prepare for the London Marathon, one often overlooked muscle is the soleus.

During steady running, the soleus can generate forces up to 6–8 times bodyweight, playing a key role in propulsion and endurance.

Unlike traditional calf raises, the Soleus Raise (performed with the knee bent) specifically targets this deep calf muscle. Weakness here is linked with calf strain and Achilles Tendinopathy.

Incorporating soleus strengthening can improve running resilience and reduce fatigue late in long-distance events.

Watch our demonstration video to see how.



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Contemporary sports physiotherapy has shifted from symptom management to systems-based performance medicine. At our eigh...
16/04/2026

Contemporary sports physiotherapy has shifted from symptom management to systems-based performance medicine.

At our eight London-based Ultra Sports Clinics, rehabilitation integrates load management, neuromuscular conditioning and tissue-specific interventions - from manual therapy and exercise prescription to adjuncts such as dry needling, shockwave therapy and taping - all guided by objective data and clinical reasoning.

Emerging evidence suggests inadequate load progression, rather than initial injury severity, is one of the strongest predictors of recurrence.

Effective rehabilitation is no longer defined solely by time, but by an athlete’s capacity to tolerate and adapt to the load.

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Stress is one of the most underestimated contributors to injury risk. Research shows chronic sympathetic activation disr...
14/04/2026

Stress is one of the most underestimated contributors to injury risk. Research shows chronic sympathetic activation disrupts motor control, elevates muscle tone, and impairs tissue healing — increasing both injury likelihood and recovery time.

As sports physiotherapists, we focus on restoring nervous system balance through evidence-led recovery strategies and work closely with our partners , whose programmes integrate breath-led movement and mindfulness-based techniques.

Together, these approaches improve vagal tone, reduce cortisol load, enhance sleep quality, and support training adaptation — critical foundations for long-term performance, resilience, and sustainable athletic health.



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Front-row play in rugby places extraordinary forces through the cervical spine - often exceeding several times body weig...
10/04/2026

Front-row play in rugby places extraordinary forces through the cervical spine - often exceeding several times body weight during engagement.

Without adequate neck strength and load tolerance, injury risk rises significantly. Our latest blog breaks down the biomechanics of the scrum and highlights practical screening tools used to identify risk early.

If you’re a player, coach or clinician, understanding these demands is critical. Click here and rethink how you train the neck: https://www.ultrasportsclinic.com/post/propping-up-rugby-s-front-row



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Shockwave therapy isn’t simply a pain-relief tool - it’s a biological stimulus. The controlled micro-trauma created by a...
09/04/2026

Shockwave therapy isn’t simply a pain-relief tool - it’s a biological stimulus.

The controlled micro-trauma created by acoustic waves triggers mechanotransduction, a process where cells convert mechanical load into a healing response. That’s why we often use it for chronic tendon injuries that have stopped responding to rest alone.

Research shows that shockwaves can increase local growth factor expression within days, effectively “restarting” stalled tissue repair.

Persistent tendon pain isn’t always about doing less - sometimes it’s about stimulating the right response.

Book an appointment and discover the many healing benefits of shockwave therapy.



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For World Health Day today, it’s worth recognising that movement is one of the most powerful health interventions availa...
07/04/2026

For World Health Day today, it’s worth recognising that movement is one of the most powerful health interventions available.

Research consistently shows that regular strength and aerobic training reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, Type 2 Diabetes, and even some cancers.

Sports physiotherapy bridges the gap between injury management and long-term health by restoring load tolerance, movement efficiency, and tissue resilience.

Pain isn’t always a signal to stop - it’s often a signal to adapt. If an injury is limiting activity, chat to one of our senior sports physiotherapists who can help keep you moving towards a better life.



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With the iconic build-up to Saturday's Boat Race, rowing training will be peaking. Rowers can take over 200 strokes per ...
01/04/2026

With the iconic build-up to Saturday's Boat Race, rowing training will be peaking.

Rowers can take over 200 strokes per kilometre, meaning thousands of powerful, repetitive movements each session.

This high load commonly contributes to rib stress injuries, lower back pain and wrist or knee irritation.

Rib stress fractures are among the most reported overuse injuries in elite rowing.

If discomfort persists beyond training, an assessment at one of our eight London-based clinics can help identify underlying issues with load or movement.



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High-performance environments now integrate complementary therapies not as alternatives, but as evidence-based tools to ...
24/03/2026

High-performance environments now integrate complementary therapies not as alternatives, but as evidence-based tools to accelerate recovery and improve training adaptation.

Modalities such as acupuncture, dry needling, breathwork and myofascial release can adjust pain pathways, reduce neuromuscular tension and enhance parasympathetic activation — all critical for tissue repair. When integrated into structured rehab and training programmes, these therapies improve outcomes, not replace clinical care.

Smart recovery isn’t indulgence — it’s a strategic performance tool grounded in physiology, neuroscience and movement science.



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Battling IT Band Syndrome? You’re Not Alone!IT Band Syndrome is one of the most common overuse injuries in runners and c...
23/03/2026

Battling IT Band Syndrome? You’re Not Alone!

IT Band Syndrome is one of the most common overuse injuries in runners and cyclists.

Tightness along the outer thigh can cause knee pain, hip discomfort, and even stop training in its tracks. Causes often include weak glutes, poor hip stability, sudden mileage increases, or improper bike fit.

Early intervention — including targeted strengthening, stretching, foam rolling, and gait adjustments — can prevent long-term issues and keep you moving pain-free.

Learn more about prevention, treatment, and recovery in our latest blog: https://www.ultrasportsclinic.com/post/don-t-let-it-band-syndrome-play-on

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