Does your job require you to be on your feet for prolonged periods of time? Do you have a lot of pain or stiffness on your lower extremities? Foot and ankle pain is a very common problem for every age group. It’s a condition we treat often at Loudoun Sports Therapy and it’s one that…
By, Devin Wurman, DPTNow that the weather is getting better and we are finally able to say good-bye to winter, more and more of us are planning to spend an increased amount of time outdoors. This also means that we need to be more cognizant of our bodies when participating in outside activities such as…
By Misha Gilani, DPTAchilles tendonitis is a very common condition that we treat here at Loudoun Sports Therapy and it affects every age group. Achilles tendonitis is the inflammation of the Achilles tendon in your foot. When a patient is suffering from this condition, they will most commonly complain of problems such as pain, limited…
The concept of running seems easy. You put on a pair of sneakers, head outside and begin your journey. However, there are a number of misconceptions and misunderstandings about the sport that I would like to help dispel.Whether you’re an avid runner, a weekend warrior, a beginner, or someone who only runs if you’re being…
“Have you recently purchased new sneakers or other footwear?”“Have you recently started running to get in shape for summer?”“Do you happen to wear anything other than those flip flops?”These are all common questions Loudoun Sports Therapy Center clinicians will ask patients who come in with foot and ankle pain. Each question brings forth additional information…
By Xavier Thompson, ATCCross training. What is it and why is it important? If you follow the headlines of any sports’ stars in the off season, you’ll likely see multiple stories about how an athlete is doing something besides their professional sport to prepare for the next season. You can find videos on the internet…
