Knee pain is such a common occurrence that many runners see it as an inescapable consequence of good health. In reality, basic preventative and treatment measures can keep even the most active runners pain-free and running longer. There is a strong connection between knee pain and running, but knee pain most often comes simply from overuse and poor preparation. If you struggle with … Read More
A Runner’s Guide on How to Treat and Prevent Shin Splints
Shin splints may feel like your shins are splitting. You are not alone. Up to 20 percent of runners encounter shin splints during their lives. Pain can be debilitating, preventing you from moving your legs and feet. It may feel like you can’t get help. But there are ways you can prevent and treat shin splints. What are some stretches that can … Read More
Calling All Runners: Do You Have Good Running Form?
Whether you’re training for a half marathon or you simply enjoy hitting the pavement, running is a great form of exercise. Many people enjoy running as part of their daily routine. However, it’s important to know that you can’t fully take advantage of the many benefits of running if you’re not following good running form tactics. Having good running form … Read More
Calling All Runners: Do You Have Good Running Form?
Whether you’re training for a half marathon or you simply enjoy hitting the pavement, running is a great form of exercise. Many people enjoy running as part of their daily routine. However, it’s important to know that you can’t fully take advantage of the many benefits of running if you’re not following good running form tactics. Having good running form … Read More
Sports Injury Treatment: Top Tips and Tricks
Are you sick and tired of worrying about spraining your ankle or twisting something out of place every time you play a sport or work out? The occasional sports injury can happen regardless of preparation, but if you don’t know how to treat it, it could spiral into something far worse. So what tricks can you use to treat these … Read More
8 Effective Stretches for Loosening Up Tight Hips
Does pain prevent you from doing the things you love? If your lower back, knees, or ankles are constantly aching, you could have tight hips. The number one cause of hip tightness is sitting still, a habit that is hard to avoid in today’s world. If you spend many hours at a desk, in a car, or in front of the television, it’s important to make time … Read More
4 Factors Causing Your Neck Pain From Running (Part 2)
Running is an exercise that many people go-to due to the convenience and cost-effective aspect of the sport. Holistic Sports Medicine Physical Therapist in Long Beach, Dr Danh Ngo dives into what makes the neck vulnerable when running in Part 1. This article, we detail a neglected system that is important for recovery after a run. We have seen 100’s … Read More
Patterns & Pain, Stability & Mobility, What do They Have in Common?
Welcome to another article written by intern Marvin Perkins during his mentorship at ReVITALize Rehab Club. The topic at hand is to determine which factor is important during your physical therapy rehabilitation or sports medicine performance enhancement experiences. This complex but crucial topic was meaningful for Marvin since he was dealt with a common but under-managed sports injury. As a … Read More
3 Running Styles and the Impact on Your Body.
Running is a great exercise to help improve your heart, lung, and mental sanity. Did you know your running styles can tell us a lot about how well built your body is to run? There are numerous nuances and tendencies that we can write about to help improve on your run, but the article will be forever long. An example … Read More
Top 4 Achilles Heel Exercises for Runners
When it comes to exercise, running is one of the best workouts out there. Not only is running a full-body workout, but it also helps improve your heart health. Although running is great for you and your body, it can also be hard on your body. Running requires a lot of repetitive motion. These repetitive motions can be hard on … Read More
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