It’s running season! One of the first questions I ask my chiropractor and sports therapy patients is if they do more than a casual jog to warm up when they set out for their run. All too frequently, they sheepishly reply with a “nope“. It is important to start out...
Before race day, having acupuncture and cupping therapy treatment is a great way to prepare for it. Combined, they provide increased circulation to keep you mind and your body in a relaxed and positive state. Whether you are a novice runner or have years of experience behind you, Acupuncture and/or...
Does rain deter you from going for a run? If it's a torrential downpour, then I'm skipping the day and heading for the gym, but if it is a reasonable drizzle or showers, then a run in the rain can be a terrific outdoor experience. Here are some simple tips to...
Most running injuries occur as a result of overuse or inappropriate biomechanics. A good analogy is to think of a pulley system where the rope is your muscle and the pulley is the joint. If you have asymmetry in the way you are pulling on the “rope”, you are not...
Heel Pain Caused by Plantar Fasciitis and Heel Spurs There are many forms of foot pain, but heel pain can be one of the most troubling. The most common form of heel pain in individuals is known as heel spurs or plantar fasciitis. Many resources label them one in the same,...
Following up to a blog written last week on why sitting is the new smoking, we will up the ante and state that vigorous running for 5 minutes per day can significantly improve your health. New research not only has compared people who run versus people who do not run, but...
Overview Your feet are a complex system of 52 bones, 66 joints, 214 ligaments and 38 tendons and muscles, containing 25% of all the bones in your body. In your lifetime your feet will take over 100 million steps, with every step an impact on your body. Abnormal stresses and...