Running is generally a safe activity and is even highly encouraged. People who are overly obese may be advised to avoid overstraining their bodies in workouts, but relatively
The benefits of running extend far beyond improving fitness, however, because it can also lift one’s mood and benefit almost every part of the body. You can’t ignore
Physiotherapy is an approach that treats medical conditions by improving physical function. There are various types of physiotherapy depending on the condition. Physical therapy is a type of
Throughout your life you hear many words that sound complicated. You have probably looked them up once. But you never seem to remember them. These words probably come
There are few things worse than being injured—particularly when it prevents you from working or doing the things you enjoy the most. It’s not unheard of for an
In the recent past, more people have become health conscious thanks to the increased exposure and awareness created through media and the internet, More people today are trying
A 2015 study compared barefoot running and running in shoes and found injury rates to be simular, but overall fewer musculoskeletal injuries. I know, sounds confusing. This is
They sure do. But harder surfaces aren’t always worse. Our bodies adapt to surfaces over time and will adjust to the hardness or softness. If you are used
Here’s something to consider. Our toes are an extremely functional part of our foot and are crucial to helping our foot become stable when walking or running. Our
Many patients do not understand the benefits of cortisone injections for plantar fasciitis. Planter fasciitis is an overuse condition where the muscles and fascia of the arch become
Have you ever tried running with compression socks? Studies demonstrate that compression stockings may help improve variables related to running economy as well as reduce muscle pain, damage,
An ingrown toenail is when the border or side of your toenail breaks through the skin next to it which eventually leads to a skin infection or cellulitis.
Achilles tendon ruptures are known for their long recovery times, which in the past have been known to require five to nine months of rehabilitation on average. Our office institutes the
The health of knees, spine, hips, elbows, and more body parts is measured by the range of stretch and mobility. Young or old, sports proven or accident prone,
Have a meniscus tear and considering surgery or arthroscopy? This study compared strengthening exercises with partial meniscectomy in patients with meniscal tears only and no degenerative changes as
Instead of supporting the arch with orthotics or recommending rigid motion control running shoes, Typically tell my patients to take off their shoes and strengthen their feet. Why?
Campitelli and colleagues from The Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine demonstrate strength related gains to the foot by running in Vibram FiveFingers. After five years of research,
Most long distance runners tend to fit that type-A personality. They’re so planned that the first thing they do in the morning is run and the first thing
Relieving Runner Knee Pain – The Unrivaled Guide Prevention, Treatments, and Recovery to Heal and Bombproof Your Knees by Derek Kirkham If you’re dealing with knee pain from
Below is a link to my practice website which contains a video of an in office surgery for removal of an ingrown toenail. Runners commonly present to my
Need a new treadmill? Check out this review guide on the best treadmills of 2016. I personally run on the Pro-Form Boston Marathon 3.0 Treadmill. I haven’t published
Achilles tendon injuries in runners can be chronic, debilitating injuries that last for months or even years. In my opinion, the challenge is not in rehabilitating the patient
Prevention, treatments, and recovery to heal and bombproof your knees. Never stop doing what you love. Source: The Unrivaled Guide to Relieving Runner Knee Pain
All too often I have patients (especially runners!!) present to my office with foot or leg pain and bags of shoes and orthotics which are not helping. Why?
Many runners probably think that because they’re so active a blood clot would be the least of their worries. While partly true, it can actually increase your risk
I’ve been asked by many friends and patients, “How long will Manning be out with plantar fasciitis?”. According to this report, he actually has a torn plantar fascia.
If you have time to listen (approximately 55 minutes!), here’s a recent interview I did for Runner’s Connect. http://runnersconnect.net/running-interviews/dr-nick-campitelli/ In it we discuss the following: How to avoid
Plantar fasciitis can be a frustrating condition to suffer from when it comes to foot pain. On some days it’s severe enough to prevent you from going to
Here are some interesting concepts to consider before your marathon. The race actually begins well before you line up at the start. Source: How To Warm Up For
The goal of the short foot exercise is to “shorten” the foot by contracting the intrinsic muscles to raise the medial longitudinal arch, or in science-speak, pulling the
Although research suggests Kinesio taping decreases pain and improves range of motion for some musculoskeletal injuries, its effectiveness in decreasing pain in patients with PFPS in unknown. Further,
One of the perennial questions runners get is “Won’t all that running ruin your knees?” The research that exists actually tends to show that runners are no more
Hearing the the phrase “barefoot running” usually makes people cringe and think it must be crazy. While there are negatives to running without a physical shoe, the main
Will orthotics fix your knee pain? Probably not. When they do help it most likely comes from changing the way you are running, not a true biomechanical “correction”
When barefoot running and Vibram FiveFingers became popular 5 or so years ago, it became very clear to me that we were beginning to understand running injuries more
The foot and ankle region is a common site for running pain–after all, it’s the first point of impact. Elastic, flexible calf muscles can soften the shock down
There are numerous health benefits to running. You maintain a healthy weight, strengthen your bones, and reduce the risk of heart disease. It’s not a perfect type of
Very rarely are shoes the cause of a running injury. They can however, influence the way you run and indirectly lead to running injuries. I usually do not even
