I’m willing to bet that most recreational runners have never had formal training for their running form. You probably just went out one day and ran. But did you know that mastering proper running form is key to maximizing performance, preventing injuries, and enjoying a lifetime of pain-free running? In this guide, we’ll explore the …
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Ankle mobility can have a huge impact on your squats, lunges, or other lower body movements that require the knees to go over the toes. Dorsiflexion is the movement of bending at the ankle to pull the top of your foot towards your shin. This is what your foot does in the bottom of a …
In our last two blogs, we talked about common injuries and what to focus on in a rehab plan for your ankle pain. Now, let’s dive into some exercises that we usually start out with. Half Kneeling Ankle Stretch (With Band) There’s more to calf flexibility than the typical runner stretch on the wall. There’s …
What do you think about when choosing a physical therapist to work with? Do you go somewhere just because it’s close to your work/home? Is it because your physician just told you to go to a certain place? Do you base it on whether or not they take your insurance? All of these reasons are …
In our last two blogs, we talked about common injuries and what to focus on in a rehab plan for your ankle pain. Now, let’s dive into some exercises that we usually start out with. Half Kneeling Ankle Stretch (With Band) There’s more to calf flexibility than the typical runner stretch on the wall. There’s …
There is nothing more frustrating to a runner than recurring injuries and nagging pain. Ankle pain can be one of those things. From ankle sprains to different tendonitis, ankle injuries can plague a runner and keep them on the couch. We want to help you to run as pain free as possible. This blog will …
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In our blog, “Identifying Ankle Pain and Injuries You May Be Experiencing From Running”, we talk about common ankle pain and injuries associated with running. Now, let’s get into the ways to rehab your ankle pain and prevent it from coming back when your shoes hit the pavement. . Ankle Mobility Improve Dorsiflexion: Tight calves …
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Back pain can often be accompanied by muscle spasms. It can range from a mild discomfort to a sharp pain. You may be wondering, “why do I get muscle spasms in my low back? Are my back spasms serious? How do I stop these painful back spasms?” Why Do I Get Back Spasms? Back spasms …
One of the first questions we get asked in the initial PT session with us is, “How long will it take for me to get better?” The short answer is that we don’t have an exact time frame. We are very good at giving clients a small window of how many visits they will need …
Shin splints can be frustrating for new and experienced runners. They are not something that are easy to run through. So what causes shin splints and how do we treat them? What Are Shin Splints? Also known as Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome, shin splints present as a pain along the inside of the shin. A …
