Several weeks ago, we looked at corticosteroid injections as a treatment for running injuries. Though popular in years past, injections of corticosteroids like cortisone have
Runners spend a lot of time worrying about the shoes that they wear for their workouts and races. They’ll try on a dozen different trainers
Ultrasound is a treatment method for overuse injuries favored by many physical therapists, athletic trainers, and chiropractors. By running electricity through a special crystal, ultrasound
A runner’s typical week of training involve workouts at a variety of paces, ranging from slow, easy runs for recovery and basic aerobic endurance to
In the past decade, several emerging treatments for chronic overuse injuries have been getting a lot of attention in the running community. Chief among these
Despite the obvious drawbacks, now is a rather exciting time to be a runner with an injury needing treatment. Our understanding of injury causes and
Soft tissue injuries are the broadest and most common category of injuries that runners suffer from. This category encompasses all injuries to the muscles, tendons,
We’ve talked a lot about shoes—how to find the right ones, when to get new ones, and whether lightweight ones can help you run faster
When shopping for shoes, many running stores will recommend looking at the height of your arch to determine what kind of shoe you need. But,
Most runners are no stranger to pain. Though there are a select few who manage to run injury free, the majority of us mere mortals
