Movement & Injury Prevention Tips
Plantar Fasciitis in Runners: Why Rest Alone Won't Fix It | Ask Doctor Heather
Rest calms plantar fasciitis down, but it doesn't build the tissue capacity to keep it from coming back. Dr. Heather explains the loading protocol that actually works. ...more
Injury Prevention
September 17, 2026•2 min read
IT Band Syndrome: The Real Cause Most Runners Never Fix | Ask Doctor Heather
Foam rolling the IT band doesn't fix it. Dr. Heather explains why IT band syndrome is a hip strength problem, not a tight-tissue problem, and what actually works ...more
Injury Prevention
September 15, 2026•2 min read
How to Increase Mileage Without Getting Injured | Ask Doctor Heather
The 10% rule isn't enough on its own. Dr. Heather explains what to track beyond mileage to increase volume safely and avoid overuse injury. ...more
Injury Prevention
September 10, 2026•2 min read
Why Your Knee Pain Gets Worse During Marathon Training | Ask Doctor Heather
Knee pain during marathon training usually isn't a knee problem. Dr. Heather explains why it shows up mid-cycle and what to fix before it costs you a training block. ...more
Injury Prevention
September 08, 2026•2 min read
TENS Units for Runners: Do They Work? | Ask Doctor Heather
TENS units can relieve running pain but most runners use them wrong. Dr. Heather explains how TENS actually works, when to use it, and what it can and can't do. ...more
Injury Prevention
September 01, 2026•6 min read
Graston Technique for Runners: Does It Work? | Ask Doctor Heather
Graston uses stainless steel instruments to break up scar tissue in runners. Dr. Heather explains what it treats, what the research shows, and who it's actually right for. ...more
Injury Prevention
August 27, 2026•6 min read
