Running Physical Therapy in Raleigh
for Runners and Endurance Athletes

City of Oaks

Raleigh, NC

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Chicago Marathon

Chicago, IL

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Bull City Half Marathon

Durham, NC

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New York City Marathon

New York, NY

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FALL RACE PRS START NOW. REHAB DOES, TOO.

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Helping You Run Easier, Faster, and Pain-free

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There are always new shoes on the market: new technologies, opinions on cushioning, heel drop, arch support, super shoes…I help you sort through the noise and give recommendations on the shoes that are best for your gait.

SHOE RECOMMENDATIONS

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I start by listening to your story. 95% of what I need to make an accurate diagnosis comes from what you tell me, so I never interrupt and I always encourage you feel free to share anything that might help.

SHARED DECISION-MAKING

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I am always learning, and my goal as your physical therapist is to share the latest research and recommendations to get you back to running faster, easier, and with less pain.

EDUCATION + RESEARCH

Don’t waste time in clinics that don’t understand runners.

Wondering why clients pay out-of-network when they already have health insurance? See how we stack up to traditional insurance-based models:

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RUNNING SHOE ANALYZER

What does your shoe wear pattern say?

Click the area where your shoes wear down the most.

OUTSIDE HEEL

Common, especially for runners.

Outside heel wear is very common and does not automatically mean something is wrong. It can relate to stride style, shoe design, loading strategy, or how your foot meets the ground.

  • Not automatically a problem
  • Worth assessing if paired with pain
  • May relate to load, stride, or shoe choice
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Frequently Asked Questions