Experiencing some physical discomfort as a runner is pretty common, and often comes from being new to the sport or working to increase your achievements, such as running with greater speed or endurance. Most soreness and pain resolves on its own, but there are times when you shouldn’t wait for it to go away by itself, you should reach out to a physical therapist for professional assessment and treatment. Here are a few times pain after running needs professional help to improve.
It Doesn’t Feel Better After Resting
Some running pain may be from overuse or overextension, and when that happens, giving your body a rest often reduces that discomfort. But if you see no changes in your pain level after taking a break, you’ll want to confer with a physical therapist.
It Comes Back When You Start Running Again
Once the pain dissipates and you begin your exercise routine again, pay attention if your pain suddenly comes back. It’s a sign that rest isn’t enough to resolve whatever is bothering your feet, legs or back.
It Really Hurts
Even if you haven’t been a runner for long, you’re likely familiar with your own pain threshold. If the pain you experience after running is near the limits of your capacity to bear it, getting professional help such as from a physical therapist is wise.
Are You Experiencing Physical Pain After Running and Need Help?
Advance Physical Therapy is a state-of-the-art sport rehabilitation and physical therapy practice offering patients effective treatments so they can resume their activities feeling well and making progress toward their fitness goals. Our providers are highly skilled at orthopedic manual therapy, McKenzie mechanical assessment and treatment, Mulligan Concept treatments, traditional orthopedic physical therapy assessments and treatments and ASTYM soft tissue mobilization system to support recovery of a wide range of conditions and injuries. Contact us to learn more about our services, treatments and resources for patients seeking relief from pain after running.
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Posted on June 13, 2023 | Published by Ignite Local | Related Local Business