Matt Bergin BSc (Hons) MSc
Chartered Physiotherapist
Matt is an international middle-distance runner with a keen interest in running-related injuries, rehabilitation and prehabilitation.
What is runner’s knee? Here are the causes, symptoms and best treatments
Runner’s knee, which is the snappier name for patellofemoral pain syndrome, is a common complaint among runners – so here’s the lowdown on what it is, how it happens and what to do about it

Everything you need to know about IT band syndrome
A common but troublesome injury among runners, IT band syndrome can still be alleviated – so here’s what you need to know and do

What is gluteal tendinopathy and what should you do about it?
A pain on the outside of your hip bone that sometimes extends to your thigh might be a case of gluteal tendinopathy. Here’s everything you need to know about what causes it, how to treat it and what exercises you can do at home for rehab

What is the best treatment for shin splints in runners?
If you're suffering from shin splints, this is your guide to the different causes, the best treatment options and how to prevent shin splints from causing you problems again in the future

Lower back pain from running: Causes, treatments and prevention methods
Chartered physiotherapist Matt Bergin shares five ways that running can causes lower back pain – and how to treat and prevent the problem

Plantar fasciitis – everything you need to know to recover faster
Pain at the bottom of your heel? It could be plantar fasciitis. Here's everything you need to know, including the best exercises and treatment to get you back on the road

Everything you need to know about treating achilles tendinopathy
Charted physiotherapist Matt Bergin on the key causes of achilles tendinopathy (formerly termed 'achilles tendonitis'), the common symptoms to look out for and, most importantly, how to beat it

Meniscus tears: a treatment guide for runners
If you've torn your meniscus, don't panic – it doesn't necessarily mean you need surgery. There are many factors that will be considered when determining your best course of action, as chartered physiotherapist Matt Bergin explains here...

Knee arthritis – everything you need to know
What causes arthritis in the knees and what can runners do to manage it? Here is more detail on this widespread cause of knee pain
Is this the physio of the future?
When the world went into lockdown, we had to rethink how we would treat running niggles