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How Bad Is My Ankle Sprain?

Ankle sprains are among the most common injuries for athletes who cut, pivot, or run.  Often referred to as "rolling an ankle," an inversion ankle sprain occurs when your ankle ligaments don’t...

How Bad Is My Ankle Sprain?

My Flat Feet Hurt! How to deal with pain from PTTD

Posterior tibialis tendon dysfunction (PTTD) is a diagnosis that refers to pain and problems with the tendon that crosses the inside of the ankle.  This tendon is responsible for turning your...

My Flat Feet Hurt! How to deal with pain from PTTD

Is Achilles Pain Hurting Your Run?

by Garrison Jones, DPT, Cert. DN, CSCS If you've ever experienced Achilles tendon pain while running or training for a race, you know it's a frustrating issue. Pain in the lower calf or back of...

Is Achilles Pain Hurting Your Run?

Should I Run With Heel Pain?

by Kayla Kramer, DPT, ATC, Cert. DN You're training for your upcoming race and everything is going great. Then, you start to feel heel pain after your training run. Over time, you notice heel...

Is Achilles Pain Hurting Your Run?

Choosing the right running shoe to go the distance

Choosing the right shoe for a long-distance race is not easy!  If you are planning a half marathon distance race or longer this year, make sure you choose the right shoe.  CHOOSING FOR DISTANCE...

Choosing the right running shoe to go the distance

Common Ankle Injuries in Soccer Athletes

By Kayla Kramer, DPT, ATC From youth to professional, ankle sprains are the most common injury in soccer players.  Ankle sprains account for 20% of all soccer related injuries (Ridder et al....

The Importance of Single Leg Strength in the Soccer Athlete