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Running Program

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Most runners have a few simple goals: run better, farther, faster, and without pain. At M Health Fairview, our running program experts understand these goals.
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Overview

Whether you’re recovering from an injury or training to prevent one, our running specialists can help you stay in top form.

We understand the unique biomechanics of running. Physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and athletic trainers will work with you to design a rehabilitation program to improve your running mechanics and reduce your risk of running-related injuries.

Our approach

The road to recovery


If a running injury is holding you back, our specialists can put you on the road to recovery. A comprehensive musculoskeletal evaluation helps physical therapists assess the cause(s) of your injury. Other injury assessment and consultation options include:

  • Complete examination and treatment of acute and chronic injuries, including knee pain, hip pain, back pain, plantar fasciitis, shin splints, Achilles tendonitis, strains, sprains, and stress fractures
  • Running-specific muscle imbalance assessment, including flexibility and strength testing of low back, hamstring, gastroc/soleus, quadricep, abdominal, and tibialis anterior muscles
  • A biomechanical assessment, including malalignment or imbalance, and other compensatory mechanisms
  • Video analysis of running gait, frame-by-frame analysis of arm carriage, trunk rotation, hip drop, leg alignment, foot placement, and rearfoot motion to detect problems in running form
  • Footwear analysis and recommendations
  • Analysis of foot structure, mechanics, and current shoe selection
  • Running-specific exercises to enhance strength and flexibility and minimize re-injury

Getting started

For questions regarding a running injury, call the running injury hotline at 612-672-2722.

Physical therapists who understand running are available for educational presentations that include:

  • Care and prevention of running injuries 
  • Shoe recommendations 
  • Treatment of acute and chronic injuries
  • Free injury screenings

To schedule a running presentation, call 612-672-2722.

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SPECIAL SPORTS AND MOVEMENT SPECIFIC REHABILITATION

Sports-specific rehabilitation services offer athletes advanced rehabilitation options. Some of our many programs include: 

Running Program — injury prevention and treatment for runners.

Throwers’ Program — injury prevention and treatment for athletes in sports that emphasize overhead motion, including baseball, softball, volleyball, tennis, and swimming.

Cycle-Fit Program — injury prevention and treatment for road and off-road cyclists.

Back and Neck Physical Therapy — treatment for people with low back and neck concerns.

Golf Program — injury prevention and treatment for golfers.

Adult and Pediatric Pelvic Health Programs — unique care for all ages and genders with pelvic health concerns. 

Dance Program — injury prevention and treatment for dancers and other performing artists.

Next Step Program — advanced rehabilitation for return to high-intensity sport.