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Injured Runners: Are You Struggling To Get Back To Running?
A Personal Message From Dr. AJ Cohen
Are you worried about an injury from running that doesn’t go away no matter how much you rest?
Are you frustrated that pain medications, massages, or stretching hasn’t worked and your injury only seems to be getting worse?
Are you having to slow down or even stop running altogether?
Are you still looking for a long-term solution so you can get back to running now and for years to come?
If you answered “Yes” to any of these questions, you are in the right place!
It’s very common to think that a running injury is nothing and that it will go away on its own. It’s also common to blame it on “stepping awkwardly” or that it’s just something “every runner” suffers from at some point in their life.
If that’s happening to you, you’re definitely not alone , and we hear this type of thing all the time.
In fact, running injuries are one of the most common problems that we see in our clinic!
Take Tamara T. As An Example...
“I started seeing AJ for PT for chronic shin pain. I like how he takes into consideration that people have busy lives and don’t have endless time to do exercises. He gives out small sets of exercises aimed at targeting the muscles necessary to improve an injury and build strength. He also got me on a useful walk/run plan to get back to running safely. I am now working with him as a coach and am learning how to vary my workouts to reduce training boredom, improve my running efficiency, and build strength and speed safely to have longevity in the sport. I am loving it so far and can’t wait for next spring when I am planning on trying my first ultra in over two years. Thanks, AJ!“
Before Coming Into Up And Running PT, Many Of Our Patients Suffering From Pain From Their Running Injuries Are Told…
Just “rest” and it’ll be fine (then months later they’re still suffering…).
It’s “normal” with age.
If you take some pills everything will be fine.
Changing up your run routine is the only option.
The Truth About Running Injuries Is:
Resting it doesn’t change anything. You might get a small temporary relief, but then when you get active again, you’ll still be suffering from pain and stiffness from your injury (I bet you’ve already experienced it!).
It’s not normal to get more running injuries as you get older!
You don’t have to take pain pills the rest of your life to enjoy running. There are other options that can allow you to run pain-free and without fear of injury!
“At Up And Running PT, We Specialize In Helping Runners and Active Adults In The Fort Collins Area
Overcome Injury And Be Stronger Than Ever, Avoiding Unnecessary Time Off, All Without Medications, Injections, Or Surgery.”
How Can Up And Running Help You Get Back To Running?
It can be very confusing to decide exactly what you should do if you have pain with running. You’ve likely heard a lot of options such as…
Here Are A Few Of The Running Injuries We See A Lot In Our Clinic…
Runner’s knee
Achilles tendonitis
IT band syndrome
Shin splints
Hamstring injuries
Plantar fasciitis
Stress fractures
Ankle sprains
When It Comes To Solving Something Serious Like Running Injuries…
You must choose the right provider for your health. Choosing the right provider could mean the difference between unnecessary surgery or depending on medications vs. the ability to stay active naturally.
Getting the “least-invasive”, most natural treatment is VITAL to stop your pain and stiffness and keep your injury from ever returning.
To do that, you have to not just treat the pain, but have a provider who is willing to figure out WHY the pain happened in the first place.
That’s when you’ll get a PERMANENT solution to your problems.
We Offer A Hands-On Approach To Your Wellness Using Our Up And Running 3-Step Method.
STEP 1:
Find The Real Cause Of Your Pain
We’ll take you through a comprehensive biomechanical assessment and identify the cause of your problem. Then we’ll explain what must be done to get you back to full speed and back to the activities you enjoy.
STEP 2:
Fix Your Problem Areas
We’ll develop a treatment plan that will be tailored specifically to you and your goals. This will ultimately allow us to get you stronger, pain-free, and on track to reach your goals more effectively and efficiently.
STEP 3:
Reach Peak Performance
Once we get you back to exercising pain free, we’ll implement strategies to get you performing at an even higher level than you were prior to your injury. We’ll also implement strategies to “bulletproof” your body to decrease the likelihood of future injuries occurring.
Finally Get Rid Of Your Back Pain And Keep It From Coming Back!
It can be very confusing to decide exactly what you should do if you have pain with running. You’ve likely heard a lot of options such as…
Get back to running and exercising without taking significant time off.
Be able to chase your personal record or push your workout to the next level.
Get you back to running your favorite routes.
Help you go that extra mile on the trail.
Get back to your pre-injury lifestyle.
Our best clients are those who are motivated and ready to win back their active lifestyle. (Even if they feel stuck right now!)
You don’t have to sacrifice the activities you love over problems that can be fixed.
Let’s chat about how you can feel like yourself again.
Sincerely,
Dr. AJ Cohen
What Other People Just Like You Are Saying About Up And Running Physical Therapy In Fort Collins, CO...
Klara R.
★★★★★
“AJ and Up and Running Physical Therapy has been a game changer for me. I have spent a lot of time in throughout my 20’s being injured going to PT. AJ has by far been the best PT I have gone to – not only did I make noticeable progress within the first couple of visits, but AJ has helped me reframe what I thought my body is capable of! I would recommend AJ every time.”
Devon B.
★★★★★
“Up and Running Physical Therapy has been, by far, the best physical therapy experience I’ve had. I had been dealing with chronic nerve tension for almost a full year and Dr. AJ treated it in 2 sessions! We talked about performance goals and gave me an arsenal of personal PT exercises and a lifting regimen to keep me healthy and running. His experience, resources, and familiarity with the most up-to-date science on exercise physiology is hard to beat! 11/10 would absolute recommend!! Thanks Dr. AJ!“
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2700 S College Ave, Suite 140,
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 500-3427
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MEDICAL DISCLAIMER
All information on this website is intended for instruction and informational purposes only. The authors are not responsible for any harm or injury that may result. Significant injury risk is possible if you do not follow due diligence and seek suitable professional advice about your injury. No guarantees of specific results are expressly made or implied on this website.