Normal Running Pain vs. Injury Pain
If you’re a regular runner you know that some discomfort is expected. But how do you know if your running pain is just general soreness that goes away with...
Running and Hydration: How Much Water to Drink
To live life at your summit, you need to stay hydrated. Too little or too much fluid intake before, during or after your workout can negatively affect performance and...
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Common Knee Injuries For Runners
Running is a wonderful form of exercise and stress relief, but it also takes a toll on your body, particularly your knees. At Summit Orthopedics, the specialists with our...
Cross-Training For Runners
Running is great exercise for your entire body. But running can also lead to injuries—more than half of runners experience some type of pain or injury annually. While Summit...
Impact of Stride on Running Injury Risk
Running injuries are incredibly common. Some estimates have found that nearly 50% of runners develop an injury each year. However, not all running injuries are the same. Some problems,...
When to Consider Orthotics
Orthotics are special shoe inserts that support your feet. They can make standing and walking more comfortable. Regardless of where in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area you’re in, we want...
Barefoot Running: Is it Time to Ditch the Shoes?
The popularity of running keeps picking up speed, and it’s easy to see why. Running is an excellent workout for your heart, brain and body. With more runners hitting...
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When to See a Doctor for Running Injuries
Listen to Summit Orthopedics’ experts share some tips on when the best timing is when you are concerned about a running injury. Featuring sports medicine physician and avid runner,...
Next Steps for Minor Running Injuries
Take Steps to Treat and Prevent Minor Running Injuries Minor running injuries can cause pain up and down your feet and legs. While they can be super frustrating and...
Preventing Shin Splints
Nothing can bring your daily run to a halt like pain in your shins. When you have shin splints, also known as medial tibial stress syndrome, you have pain...