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Running InjuriesRunning injuries are common among athletes at every level, from weekend joggers to competitive racers. Our Minneapolis chiropractors treat the full range of running-related injuries, helping you recover fully and get back on the road or trail.
Common Running Injuries We Treat
- Shin splints: pain along either side of the lower leg, more common when starting a new running or aerobic program.
- Achilles tendonitis: inflammation of the tendon connecting the calf to the heel, often stiff at the start of a run.
- Stress fractures: usually in the tibia, fibula or the 2nd and 3rd metatarsals, and easy to confuse with shin splints early on.
- Runner's knee: pain under or around the kneecap, often worse on stairs, and very responsive to treatment.
- IT band syndrome: pain on the outside of the hip or knee. A full foot-to-hip biomechanical evaluation is needed, and stretching can sometimes aggravate it.
Plantar Fasciitis and Foot Pain
Plantar fasciitis ranges from slight tightness in the bottom of the foot to intense heel pain that is often worst when getting out of bed and eases after a few steps. An X-ray sometimes reveals a heel spur. It is usually due to over-pronation of the foot and ankle while walking and running.
Lyn Lake Chiropractic can help with adjustments to the feet, ankles and extremities, massage, ultrasound, laser and taping. We're also glad to assess your running or sport shoes and suggest the footwear your body needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What running injuries do you treat?
We treat shin splints, Achilles tendonitis, stress fractures, runner's knee, plantar fasciitis and IT band syndrome, among other running-related conditions.
Can chiropractic care help with plantar fasciitis?
Yes. We treat plantar fasciitis with foot, ankle and extremity adjustments, massage, ultrasound, laser therapy and taping, and can also assess your running shoes to help correct contributing biomechanics.
How do I know if I have shin splints or a stress fracture?
Both can present as pain along the lower leg, and stress fractures can be difficult to distinguish from shin splints in early stages, so a proper evaluation is needed to tell them apart and treat them correctly.
Should I stretch if I have IT band syndrome?
Not necessarily. Stretching can sometimes aggravate IT band syndrome. A full biomechanical evaluation from hip to foot is the better first step.
Can you help me choose the right running shoes?
Yes. We're glad to assess your current running or sport shoes and suggest footwear better suited to your body and running mechanics.