Running
Warning Signs of Heat Illness
The Chicago Marathon this weekend is shaping up to be a prime candidate for heat illness, with temperatures predicted to soar to 77 degrees. With temperatures being cool for many weeks recently, athletes may not be acclimatized to such warm weather, increasing chances of dehydration and worse.
Golf
Golf Related Injuries
When most people go out for a game of golf, they likely aren’t too concerned about injury. It’s not like they
Running
What You Should Know About Stress Fractures
Most studies of stress injuries state that a rapid change in a training program is the most significant factor that may lead to a stress fracture.
Running
Common Running Injuries: Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner’s Knee)
It is estimated that between 30-70% of habitual runners develop some type of repetitive stress injury on a yearly basis.
Running
Running Shoes vs. Barefoot Running: A Physical Therapist’s Perspective
The infamous running shoes vs. barefoot running debate has captivated the running world in recent years. The purpose of this post is to shed light on this debate from a physical therapist’s point of view to highlight positives and negatives of both options.