Ian Lenehan knows first-hand that knee, ankle and foot injuries are very common in football due to the turning, twisting and change of acceleration the game demands.

A preventative care programme designed to strengthen and lengthen muscles will help to prevent injury to these vulnerable areas as will ensuring footwear offers adequate support through the use of orthoses.

If injury does occur quick diagnosis and treatment will considerably shorten recovery time and a rehabilitative programme will assist to avoid recurring injury.