Running is a great form of exercise, but new runners are especially prone to injury. Learn about these common running injuries.
A strain is caused by the stretching or tearing of a muscle or tendon, while a sprain is caused by the stretching or tearing of ligaments. The most common locations for these injuries are the back, wrist, thumb, knee and ankle.
If you’re looking to log a faster mile or perfect your running form, we may be able to help. Mercy Health has Anti-Gravity treadmills available to help runners meet fitness goals and recover better from injuries.
Get the Right Gear Did you know wearing the right gear can improve and enhance the health benefits that come along with running? Our Mercy Health physical therapy and running specialists, Jeff Swartz
Training for the Mercy Health Glass City Marathon is in full swing, which means you’re probably facing some harsh weather as we enter some of the coldest months of the year. We’ve rounded up tips for running in the winter from our physical therapy and running experts.
Training Slow Training for a race like the Mercy Health Glass City Marathon means planning for an abundance of miles under your feet. During the beginning of a training program, runners may feel
While the list of benefits of running is long, from improving cardiovascular fitness to reducing stress, here are a few key benefits...
