Jun 24, 2019 / Guide

Hip labral tears occur when the labrum, a band of cartilage surrounding the hip joint, is injured from repetitive stress to the hip joint, a fall, or a car accident.

Apr 25, 2022 / Health Tips

Is your body ready to carry a baby? These tips will help to prepare your body and guard against pain and other problems during pregnancy and afterwards.

Sep 3, 2018 / Guide

Spine osteoarthritis is a condition that usually occurs with aging and is typically diagnosed after age 50.

Jan 7, 2018 / Guide

Spinal stenosis is a narrowing within the spinal column's vertebrae that results in too much pressure on the spinal cord or nerves.

Apr 21, 2023 / Guide

Ankle impingement occurs when soft or bony tissues become compressed within the ankle joint at the extreme end of a motion, such as pointing the foot sharply downward.

Apr 28, 2021 / Guide

A collarbone (clavicle) fracture is a common shoulder injury most often caused by trauma, such as a direct blow to the shoulder or a fall.

Apr 8, 2018 / Guide

Snapping hip syndrome refers to a snapping or popping feeling that occurs in the hip's side, front, or back (the sit bone) when forcefully lifting, lowering, or swinging the leg.

Nov 30, 2016 / Guide

Herniated disks occur when the cushion-like cartilage (the disk) between the bones of the spine is damaged, and the gelatin-like core of the disc leaks.

Sep 19, 2018 / Guide

Pes anserine bursitis produces pain on the inside of the knee and lower leg. It is most common in young people who run or swim the breaststroke, middle-aged women who are overweight, and people aged 50 to 80 years with knee osteoarthritis.

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Physical therapists can advise runners on proper form, training methods, strategies for preventing injuries, and proper shoe selection and work with them to develop a plan, tailored to their specific needs, for successful running.