Monday Dec 11, 2023
Episode 05: Return to Running After Injury - Luke Menges and Robert Meilbeck
In this episode, I am joined by Luke Menges, PT, DPT, OCS and Robert Meilbeck, PT, DPT of Expedition Performance, a hybrid coaching and performance business. Luke and Robert are both physical therapists, so with 3 PTs on the podcast, we are talking return to running after an injury.
Specifically, we discuss what runners can do if they are unable to run, then we get into in-depth information around returning to running. We make note of the criteria required to return back to running, including time, pain, range of motion (ROM), strength, functional movements, plyometrics, and psychological readiness. We then dig into the process of returning to running and how walk-run protocols play a large role.
The goal is to provide generalized information so that injured runners can have a better understanding of what to expect in the return to running process.
IMPORTANT: Every individual, tissue, and injury is different; therefore, it is important to ensure your return to running is as individualized as possible. So, make sure to talk to your own physical therapist and medical team to strategically return to running in the safest and most effective way possible.
To navigate to specific topics:
How Runners Can Maintain Fitness while Injured: 8:02
Return to Running Criteria: 13:21
How To Return to Running/Protocols: 40:43
Expedition Performance- Luke and Robert:
Expedition Performance Website
RUN1 Program Free Download Coupon Code: RUN1HWG100
Articles/Research Referenced:
Bushnell et al. “Cognitive and emotional control of pain…”
Andrade et al. Acute:Chronic Workload Ratio
Nakaoka et al. Acute:Chronic Workload Ratio
Willy et al. Patellofemoral and Achilles Loads with Running
Warden et al. Loading for Low Risk Bone Stress Injuries
Silbernagel et al. Return to sport for Achilles Tendinopathy
Rambaud et al. Return to Running after ACL Reconstruction
Ressman et al. Single-Leg Squat Assessment
BioEndurance Links:
Mastering Miles Podcast Website
Disclaimer: This podcast is meant for educational and informational purposes. Please consult your physical therapist and medical team for proper return to running after an injury.
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