by Dr. Bryan D. Royer | November 1, 2021 | Running, Sports Medicine
To understand abnormal biomechanics of the foot during the human gait cycle, it is important to talk about the normal foot biomechanics, which was covered previously. A variety of problems can occur during the complex gait cycle which can lead to consequences in...
by Dr. Bryan D. Royer | October 1, 2021 | Running, Sports Medicine
Everybody’s heard the song that says “the foot bones connected to the leg bone”, many do not know how important the biomechanics of the foot and ankle are in regards to injuries of the entire lower extremity, the lower back, and even the shoulders. Having problems...
by Dr. Bryan D. Royer | May 4, 2021 | Common Conditions, Running, Sports Medicine
Knee Pain People and runners of all ages are affected by knee pain and wish to get relief. The knee works like a hinge and provides the body with support and the ability to use our legs in a broad range of movement. A great deal of stress is placed on the knee while...
by Dr. Bryan D. Royer | March 2, 2021 | Running, Sports Medicine, Strength & Conditioning
Is Cooling Down Worth it? Doing cool down exercises after a run is something is done by some but ignored by many others. The focus for many people ends up being on the warm-up exercises before you get started and then doing the work. Many assume that when you stop...
by Dr. Bryan D. Royer | January 4, 2021 | Running, Sports Medicine, Strength & Conditioning
Sound advice for injury prevention in runners… “You must listen to your body. Run through annoyance but not through pain.” ~Dr. George Sheehan Athletes who participate in running sports should undergo unique training programs that emphasize endurance, power, and...
by Dr. Bryan D. Royer | October 1, 2020 | Running, Sports Medicine
Return to Running after an Injury – Toledo, OH Unfortunately, running has inherent risks for certain types of injuries like plantar fasciitis, iliotibial band syndrome, patellar tendinitis and knee bursitis. Despite the best efforts of runners to run through the...