Running is one of the best things you can do for your health, but it also comes with a high risk of injury, especially during race training. In this post, we break down why injuries happen, what your bones, tendons, muscles (and even your brain!) have to do with it, and how to build resilience through smart training. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or just getting started, learn how to reduce your injury risk and keep running strong for life.
Runner's knee is one of the most common issues we see in Memphis runners, but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. In this blog, we explain what really causes that nagging ache around the kneecap, why rest and ice often aren’t enough, and how to fix the root cause through strength, form, and strategic loading. If knee pain is slowing you down, this is where to start.
Fix your bike fit, improve posture, and build neck and upper back mobility off the bike to ride longer, stronger, and pain-free, starting with a personalized plan from our expert team.
Avoid wasting time in a boot. Start a targeted Achilles rehab plan that uses smart loading strategies to address the real root of your pain and get you back to running stronger.
Discover how early intervention, strategic loading, and a tailored rehab plan can help endurance athletes overcome tendinopathy and stay in the game long-term.
If you feel tightness or pinching in the front of your hip when squatting, stretching may not be the solution. This blog explains why hip flexor pain often stems from joint mechanics and muscle imbalances — not flexibility — and what you can do to fix it. Learn how to modify your squats, improve mobility, and restore strength so you can get back to lifting pain-free.
Being told you have a rotator cuff tear can feel scary, but surgery isn’t always necessary. Many tears are a normal part of aging and aren’t even the true source of shoulder pain. At 901 Physical Therapy, we help people in Memphis recover strength, mobility, and confidence without surgery by addressing the real root of the problem. With the right movement plan, you can often return to lifting, training, and daily life without fear or pain, even with a tear on your MRI.
If you’re a runner in Memphis dealing with nagging Achilles pain, you may have been told to wear a boot for a few weeks.
At 901 Physical Therapy, we help active adults look at the bigger picture so they can finally move forward with confidence.
Here is a starting point for what to do when your pain doesn't seem to be getting better but you want to stay active and keep training.
