Physical therapy advice for a newbie

MomofWildChild
Thu, 31 Dec 2015 00:44:07 +0000

I’m a PT pro! I would ask for someone who works with athletes- either pro or amateur. Look for a PT who does ART or manipulation therapy. You don’t want someone who points you to a machine and tells you to do 20 reps and walks away. Most of the session should be very hands on. There should be a lot of analysis of your range of motion, gait, pelvic and hip alignment, etc. I’ve been fortunate to have 2 of the best PTs in the country over my long running career. You want a sports PT and not one that watches old people lift a 1 pound dumbbell after shoulder surgery.

You might call your local running store or running club.