Physiotherapy & Running

Physiotherapy Association of British Columbia article on:  How Physiotherapy Can Prevent & Treat Injury

Whether you are new to running or a long time fan, injuries are unfortunately common in the sport. From minor aches and pains to strains, sprains or broken bones, many injuries can keep you from continuing to enjoy running. A physiotherapist can work with you to treat a running injury, and they can also help you prevent injuries before they happen by doing gait analysis, recommending stretches, warm up exercises and

Whether you’re a dedicated longtime runner or someone who has just started out with a running goal, a physio can be a great ally to helping you both excel at and enjoy running as form of exercise. No matter what your level of fitness is, a physiotherapist will help you diagnose a running injury, treat the issue and give you easy to follow exercises and stretches you can do to improve strength and prevent further injury.

Depending on the type of running injury, techniques to treat them can include manual therapy, specialized stretches and exercises, ultrasound, taping, night splints, orthotics, acupuncture and more. For immediate relief from sprains, for example, physiotherapists will treat you with electrotherapy such as ultrasound and laser, and supportive bracing and taping to start your recovery. Physiotherapists can develop custom treatments and exercises for you that will be appropriate to your specific injury and your own level of fitness.

To read more tips about how working with a physio can help you either prevent a running injury or recover from one, download  the Physiotherapy Association of British Columbia’s tip sheet.