Doc On The Run Podcast

Running After Partial Rupture Of The Plantar Fascia

Today on the Doc On The Run podcast we’re talking with Darin about his history of issues with the plantar fascia and being an athlete and what it takes to get back to training and recovery and survive these types of injuries.

He shares his experience as a runner with a partial rupture of the plantar fascia who was able to get back to running and training.

When do injured runners really have to stop running?

The other day I got a call from a patient who had an injury and briefly she explained her scenario and then she asked me the million dollar question, “Do I really have to stop running to get better? More importantly, is it possible that I might actually have to stop running forever because of this injury?”

That’s the big concern we all have as runners. It is a pretty common question when runners get injured. So today I’m going to share my opinion about when people should stop running and not stop running.

All of the information I’m going to present to you today is based upon on a lecture that I first presented to doctors at the International Foot & Ankle Foundation meeting at the annual medical conference in Lake Tahoe.

 

What every runner needs to know about plantar fascia surgery

Today on Doc On The Run podcast we’re talking about everything that runners should need to know about surgery on the plantar fascia.

It’s really important that you understand what all the different surgical procedures mean in terms of the procedures themselves but also what that mean to you as a runner. I personally believe that my entire job is to help runners continue running and so I have a perspective that’s a little different than some other surgeons. So we are going talk all of the special considerations that you need to take into account if you’re considering surgery on the plantar fascia.

Top 5 Mistakes Runners Make with Their Toenails

Which is better…clear healthy toenails or thick, yellow, black and blue or missing toenails? Running can be hard on the feet. We all know that lots of runners bash their toes. But neglected tootsies can lead to discolored toenails and even lost toenails if you’re not careful.

In today’s podcast, I will discuss the Top 5 Mistakes Runners Make with Their Toenails.

Pro Triathlete Jess Smith on Training and Racing During and After Pregnancy

Jess is an amazing athlete. She got a Kona slot in only her second Ironman and then in 2011 became the 2011 70.3 Ironman World Champion and since that time she’s been racing Pro.

On the past year Jess has had some major life shifts and I think that her experiences can help all athletes understand the importance of priorities and focus as life unfolds. She recently started coaching full time, she had a baby and then she got right back to racing. So if anyone knows how to keep the fitness while making major life transitions is Jess.

In this podcast, Jess is going to discuss about all the special consideration surrounding running, training and maintaining fitness before and after pregnancy.

Dr JJ Mayo on Race Day Nutrition Planning and Making Sure You Get Enough Protein to Prevent Running Injuries

Dr. Mayo holds a Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology and is a registered dietitian (RD). He is an associate professor and has published close to 50 articles in lay and scientific journals regarding various aspects of fitness and nutrition.

Also, Dr. Mayo has been quoted in magazines such as Men’s Health and US Weekly. Don’t worry, he doesn’t just write about this stuff…he walks the talk, too. JJ has done ultramarathons, he qualified for the Boston Marathon and he has finished 10 Ironman triathlons. He knows what it takes to use nutrition and apply it directly to putting miles on the road.

Today, he shares his expertise about nutrition and what it takes to fuel athletes not only in races, but in the recovery process.

Should I Worry About Pain When Running After My Injury Heals?

One of the biggest concerns of injured athletes returning to activity is whether or not they should be concerned about pain when they start to run. This is a great question and certainly a valid concern.

Pain is your body’s indicator that something is not right. But you have to figure out which pain is acceptable and which pain is unacceptable. In this episode, we are talking about how to discern good pain from bad pain when returning to running after you heal an over training injury.

Pro Triathlete Kim Schwabenbauer on Nutrition Assessments for Runners and Enjoying the Holiday Season Without Guilt

Today we’re talking with nutritionist and PRO triathlete Kim Schwabenbauer about the importance of a nutrition assessment for runners as well as tips for enjoying the holiday season without guilt.

Kim is a long time athlete. She ran cross country in high school, she was Team Captain of both her cross country and track teams at Penn State. She has been doing triathlons for over 10 years. She’s won lots and lots of races. She was the amateur champion at Ironman Cozumel and Ironman Lake Placid. She’s even raced at the Ironman World Championships in Kona Hawaii 4 times. And she is fast, fast fast…she actually clocked a 3:01 Ironman Marathon time.

Myths About X-rays And Running Injuries

Every day I get calls from injured runners. Whether their foot is aching when they run and they think they have a stress fracture or if they twisted an ankle on a trail, the number one question I get is, “should I get an x-ray?” Whether or not you need an x-ray depends upon several things.

But x-rays don’t always tell the whole story. And there’s also a widespread misconception that if an x-ray doesn’t show anything then you need an MRI or Ultrasound to figure out what is going on with your foot. Frankly there’s just a lot of misunderstanding about X-rays and running injuries. So in this episode we’re going to talk about all of the myths about x-rays and running injuries.

Which Running Surface Is The Hardest On Your Feet?

Last week we talked about how you can choose a running surface that will decrease the stress and strain on your foot. The one component of running surfaces that we did not address in that episode was how hard a certain kind of surface can be on your feet.

Today we’re going to talk about concrete, asphalt, grass, sand and all the different running surfaces. Considering the different traits of the path you choose is important if you are hoping to avoid injury, or return to running after an injury and make sure you don’t get re-injured.