Running Program: Specialized Treatment for Runners & Endurance Athletes
At Well Motion Physiotherapy & Allied Health, we offer a Running Program tailored specifically to help runners and endurance athletes prevent injuries, enhance performance, and reach their full potential. Our team of skilled sports physiotherapists specializes in movement analysis and injury prevention, providing you with the expertise to run safely, stay healthy, and break your personal records.
How Physical Therapy Can Help Runners
Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise, with more than 40 million runners in the United States alone. However, over 45% of these runners experience at least one overuse injury during their training. A staggering 90% of these injuries affect areas such as the toes, feet, ankles, legs, knees, and hips. Many of these injuries are preventable with the right approach to movement mechanics, strength training, and proper footwear.
Common running injuries include:
- Runner’s Knee (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome)
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Hamstring Injuries
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Shin Splints
- Iliotibial (IT) Band Syndrome
- Stress Fractures
While running injuries can be common, most are non-contact injuries and largely preventable with proper training, body mechanics, and attention to form.
What to Expect from Our Running Program
Our expert team at Well Motion will work one-on-one with you to assess your movement patterns and help you achieve your running goals, whether you’re aiming to run pain-free or improve your race times. The Running Program includes:
- Comprehensive Gait Analysis
- Movement Assessment
We’ll carefully evaluate the mobility, stability, strength, and flexibility of key movement patterns. This includes an in-depth look at your hip, knee, and ankle motion and an evaluation of your leg symmetry, ground reaction force, and contact time for each leg. - Customized Injury Prevention Plan
Based on your assessment, we’ll develop a personalized treatment plan to address any imbalances or weaknesses that may be putting you at risk for injury. This plan will focus on strengthening key muscle groups, improving flexibility, and correcting any dysfunctional movement patterns. - Foot Alignment and Shoe Recommendations
Proper footwear plays a crucial role in preventing injuries and ensuring optimal running performance. Our physiotherapists may assess your foot alignment and recommend appropriate footwear or orthotics to better support your unique needs. - Progress Monitoring
We’ll track your running progress over time, including metrics such as steps per minute, average speed, and total distance. Regular check-ins will ensure you’re progressing safely and effectively toward your goals.
Benefits of Our Running Program:
- Injury Prevention
By addressing weak or inefficient movement patterns early, we can help prevent common running injuries, ensuring you stay on track without setbacks. - Improved Performance
Enhancing your running mechanics, strength, and flexibility can help you run faster, longer, and more efficiently, ultimately improving your personal bests. - Reduced Pain
Whether you’re dealing with an existing injury or want to prevent one, our program will help you reduce pain and discomfort associated with running, allowing for a more enjoyable experience. - Expert Guidance
Our physiotherapists are experts in sports rehabilitation and injury prevention, bringing years of specialized knowledge to your running journey.
Why Choose Well Motion’s Running Program?
- Expert Sports Physiotherapists
Our team consists of highly trained physiotherapists who specialize in sports injuries, movement analysis, and rehabilitation. With our knowledge and expertise, we can help you run at your best while avoiding injury. - State-of-the-Art Technology
We use cutting-edge tools like dorsaVi™ and ViPerform™ to get precise data on your movement patterns, ensuring a detailed and accurate assessment of your running form. - Holistic Treatment
We believe in addressing the whole body, focusing not just on your running form, but also your strength, mobility, and overall fitness to achieve long-term results. - Proven Track Record
We have a strong track record of helping runners and endurance athletes prevent injuries, improve performance, and achieve their running goals—whether that’s running injury-free or reaching a new race time.