Running is more fun when you don’t have to do it alone. At FuncPhysio, we host weekly running activities in Central Park to help people stay active, meet new friends, and build a healthy community in New York City. Our members have different goals. Some are training for a marathon Read more…
A runner’s case study on knee pain, hip mobility, and running mechanics For runners, knee pain can be frustrating—especially when taking time off from running does not completely solve the problem. A recent runner came to our physical therapy clinic in New York City with persistent left lateral knee pain Read more…
Case Study: Chronic Plantar Fasciitis in a Manhattan Runner — When Massage and Exercise-Based Rehab Weren’t Enough Patient: Ms. A, 34, recreational runner. Diagnosis: Chronic right-sided plantar fasciitis (fasciopathy), symptomatic for approximately 14 months Prior treatment: Massage therapy and exercise-based physical therapy elsewhere, over approximately 8 months, with only partial Read more…
Author: Dr. Rowan Huang, PT, DPT, MS, CSCS Have you ever experienced pain that starts in your lower back and shoots down your leg? Or perhaps numbness, tingling, or weakness that just won’t go away? Many people assume the problem is in the leg itself, but in many cases, the real Read more…
Everyone Has a Different Running Form — Even Elite Marathon Runners When you watch professional marathon runners, you may notice that everyone has a slightly different running style. Some runners have a longer stride, some have a higher cadence, and some look very different in their posture and arm movement. Read more…
Did you know your internal organs are constantly moving? Every time you take a breath, your diaphragm descends and your organs must glide, slide, and adapt to make room. In fact, this movement occurs thousands of times each day. Healthy organs are not meant to be rigid or fixed in Read more…
HYROX has quickly become one of the fastest-growing fitness races in the world. Combining running with functional strength exercises, it challenges athletes in a way that is both physically demanding and highly accessible. The format is simple: These stations include Ski Erg, Sled Push, Sled Pull, Burpee Broad Jumps, Rowing, Read more…
Do you constantly stretch your hamstrings but still feel tight? Many people stretch every day hoping to improve their flexibility, reduce discomfort, or move better during exercise. They may feel temporary relief immediately after stretching, only to have the tightness return within hours. As a physical therapist, I frequently see Read more…
Sciatica is one of the most common symptoms affecting both the general population and athletes. Many people experience pain, numbness, tingling, or tightness radiating from the lower back or glute area down the leg. However, sciatica is a symptom—not a diagnosis. Because there are many possible causes of sciatica, patients Read more…
People today are generally more health-conscious than ever before. You may have already tried different healthcare approaches such as physical therapy, acupuncture, massage, or shiatsu, yet still continue to experience persistent symptoms despite multiple treatments. Have you ever evaluated your posture? Have you considered how your daily habits and movement Read more…
