How Physical Therapy Helps Knee Pain For Runners
The knee is like the “middle child” of your body, often taking the fall for what’s happening above (hips, back) or below (ankles, feet). That’s why knee pain for runners, […]
Understanding Ankle Pain
Understanding Ankle Pain: Anatomy, Injuries, and What Your Symptoms Are Telling You Ankle pain can sneak up on you—or knock you off your feet. Maybe you twisted it stepping off […]
Tips to Improve Your Running Form
As kids, we all just ran because it felt good. You didn’t worry about how to improve your running form or technique. As adults, many of us still run with […]
Your Marathon Checklist
Get ready, Chicago Marathon runners—June is the beginning of the official training schedule for October’s big race. During this training phase, there is a lot to take into consideration besides […]
4 Tips to Avoid Running Injuries
I am what is known as an injury-prone runner. When training for a race, I carefully follow a training plan and listen to my body’s needs, yet I still get […]
Staying Mobile as You Age: Spring Into Wellness
Spring is a season of renewal, a time to shake off winter stiffness. Just like the flowers start to bloom again, our bodies thrive when we give them the care […]
Alleviate Neck Pain | Your First Aid Kit
Waking up stiff and unable to turn your head is more than just inconvenient—it’s literally a pain in the neck. Suddenly, simple tasks like driving or working feel impossible. The […]
Hypermobility, hEDS, and EDS: Understanding Joint Flexibility and Pain Management
I don’t remember learning about hypermobility syndromes when I was in PT school in the 80s or even having seen this diagnosis as recently as 2010. It didn’t show up […]
2024 Reflections: A Letter From Denise
It seems the older I get, the faster time flies—and 2024 felt like a blink. As life sweeps us along, I’ve learned the importance of pausing to reflect and recharge. […]
Rib Cage Pain: Why Medical Imaging Provides No Answers
My friend is adding onto her house, a project that requires careful planning at every step. First, the architect considers the type of space needed and its use, creating a […]