Tag: treadmill

The history of the treadmill and how it turned into a huge industry.

The history of the treadmill and how it turned into a huge industry. Many of us have used a treadmill before.  Years ago it was used as a torture device, and then used by upper class people for exercise until  the 1960’s when it began to have broader adoption in the population. Years ago, large gym chains opened up such as Jack La Lane and Bally’s that offered treadmills and they became more popular as people became more active and embraced running and walking for the health of it. Over time, the price to acquire a treadmill has come down Read More »

Sensible advice to avoid running injuries; the five most common running mistakes.

Sensible advice to avoid running injuries; the five most common running mistakes. I ran through the pain is a common refrain used by injured runners. Ultimately, pain will sideline most runners when it gets intense enough, however many runners, especially those who are competitive believe that pain is part of the process, or they believe they can turn the machine up to a higher level of function without first conditioning it. Yes, your body is a machine, and its characteristics are unique for each of us. Since we draw from our own experiences, it is difficult for anyone to self Read More »

Diagnosis and Treatment of runners using a treadmill as a tool

Diagnosis and Treatment of runners using a treadmill as a tool Runners have injuries from the way they run while hitting an uneven surface on the road or on the trail which produces a painful problem for them. The most frustrating thing for them is to find a solution so they stop hurting. When we evaluate people for running injuries, most of the tests we perform in-office give us a good deal of information and the procedure is to evaluate, treat, challenge, treat and repeat. Unfortunately, insurance companies do not have an appropriate way for a doctor to appropriate an Read More »