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Four Exercises to Relieve Plantar Fasciitis Pain

October 27th, 2021

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of foot pain, with 10% of people experiencing the condition at some point in their life. The plantar fascia is a thick connective tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot to support the arch of the foot. When the tissue becomes inflamed due to

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Peroneal Tendinopathy Guide for Runners

October 22nd, 2021

Have you heard of peroneal tendinopathy before? It is an ankle condition/injury that is commonly seen in athletes, but particularly in runners because of the repeated ankle motion required in the sport. Typically, peroneal tendinopathy doesn’t occur suddenly or as the result of a single event, but instead it gradually progresses over a period of

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Don’t Let a Hamstring Injury Keep You Out of the Game

October 8th, 2021

Hamstring injuries are some of the most common injuries among athletes, especially those in sports that involve sprinting or sudden starting/stopping of movements. Unfortunately, a sprained or torn hamstring muscle can force an athlete to stop participating in their sport for weeks, or even months at a time. Hamstring injuries occur when the muscles are

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5 Ways that Lack of Sleep Affects Your Recovery

August 30th, 2021

You may notice that the day after a sleepless night you are not your best self and feel sluggish and groggy, whereas with a good night’s sleep you feel energized and ready to tackle the day. We all know just how important sleep is in order to function at our best on a daily basis,

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Your Hip “Popping” Could Be Snapping Hip Syndrome

August 23rd, 2021

Have you ever felt or heard your hip snapping when you walk, kick, stand up, or participate in your favorite sports? If so, you could be experiencing a condition called snapping hip syndrome. Anyone can experience snapping hip, but it occurs more often in those who participate in sports or activities that require repeatedly bending

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Could IT Band Syndrome Be Impacting Your Running or Cycling Performance?

August 17th, 2021

Have you ever heard of the IT band? The iliotibial (IT) band is a thick band of tissue that runs from the hip down the side of the thigh (femur) and across the knee joint to the lower leg (tibia). Underneath the IT band lies a fluid filled sac (bursa) that allows the tissue to

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Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Troubles?

February 23rd, 2021

Do you experience knee instability? Are you worried about changing directions when walking because you are afraid of sharp knee pain? Do you favor one leg more than the other? Knee irritation with certain movements is a sign that your Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) may have too much laxity or that your ACL is damaged.

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