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Understanding and Managing Achilles Tendon Pain in Runners

Understanding and Managing Achilles Tendon Pain in RunnersAchilles tendon pain, also known as Achilles tendinopathy, is a common issue among athletes, particularly runners. This blog post will help you understand the main risk factors, how to diagnose it, and the best ways to manage and treat it.

July 23, 2024

Stop Focusing on Your Injury

As a kid, I loved playing with my dad’s Maglite flashlight. We always had one around the house. At night, I’d sneak off with it, illuminating the darkness. It had two features I was obsessed with. First, you could twist the headpiece to narrow the beam, intensifying the flashlight’s output....

June 8, 2024

Understanding and Managing Iliotibial Band Pain in Runners

Understanding and Managing Iliotibial Band Pain in RunnersIliotibial band (ITB) pain, also known as ITB syndrome, is a common issue among athletes, particularly runners. This blog post provides an overview of the key risk factors, examination strategies, and rehabilitation techniques for managing ITB pain.

June 1, 2024

Understanding and Managing Patellofemoral Pain in Runners

Understanding and Managing Patellofemoral Pain in RunnersPatellofemoral pain, commonly known as runner's knee, is a prevalent issue among athletes, particularly runners. This blog post aims to provide an overview of the key risk factors, examination strategies, and rehabilitation techniques for managing PFP.

May 1, 2024

Envelope of Function: A Better Way To Approach Injury

Injuries and the stories we are given In 2008 I was fresh out of college and earnestly making the transition from collegiate track and cross country to road racing. That winter I was training for Boston and excited to participate in the fabled race. Training had been going well until I strained my calf during…

January 30, 2023