Running with Friends Again- Overcoming Knee Pain at 50
Release Date: 11/20/2025
Pain vs. Injury: What to Do When It Hurts During an Ultra
Restoring Human Movement
In this episode, we tackle the most critical question in any long-distance race: is this pain a harmless sensation or a sign of an impending injury? Your handy-dandy running injury expert breaks down the "rules of thumb" to help you, your coaches, and your crew make the right call in the heat of the moment. This episode is a must-listen for ultra-athletes and their support staff. We provide a simple, three-part framework for assessing pain on the course, from the nagging ache that’s likely just sensitivity to the red flags that signal it's time to absolutely stop. We also discuss the...
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Peroneal Tenosynovitis Runners
Restoring Human Movement
Peroneal tenosynovitis may sound complicated, but for runners, the signs are often easy to spot. This condition affects the tendons along the outside of the ankle — the ones that help stabilize your foot with every stride. When these tendons become irritated or inflamed, runners often notice pain, swelling, or stiffness that gradually worsens with training. Early signs include a dull ache or soreness at the outer ankle, sometimes turning into sharper pain during or after runs. Swelling, warmth, or even a snapping sensation near the ankle can also appear. Many runners feel stiffness first...
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Anterior Lateral Shin Splints Runners
Restoring Human Movement
Shin pain is one of the most common complaints among runners, and anterior lateral shin splints are a prime example. This type of shin splint affects the front and outer part of the lower leg, often showing up as an ache or soreness that builds during runs and lingers afterward. At first, the discomfort may feel like a dull ache that eases once you warm up, but over time it can progress into sharper or throbbing pain that interferes with both running and daily activities. Runners with anterior or lateral shin splints often notice tenderness when pressing on the shin, a feeling of tightness in...
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Case Study- Two Runners with Hip & Achilles Pain
Restoring Human Movement
Hip and Achilles pain are two of the most common problems that runners face, yet they can feel very different from person to person. In this case study episode, we look at two runners dealing with pain in these areas and the unique ways their symptoms showed up. Hip pain in runners often presents as aching or stiffness deep in the groin, on the outer hip, or at the front of the joint. It can limit stride length, cause tightness after sitting, and sometimes even mimic other issues like back problems. Achilles pain, on the other hand, is usually felt as soreness or tenderness along the tendon...
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What is Hoffas Fat Pad Impingement?
Restoring Human Movement
Knee pain can be confusing for runners because it comes in many forms. One lesser-known source is Hoffa’s fat pad impingement, which affects the soft tissue just below the kneecap. This fat pad normally cushions the front of the knee, but when it becomes irritated or pinched, it can create sharp, localized pain that feels very different from general soreness after a run. Runners often describe the discomfort as pain directly beneath or on either side of the kneecap, especially when the leg is fully straightened. The symptoms may worsen when running downhill, standing with the knee locked...
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Spotting the Right Pro: Your Guide to Choosing a Healthcare Provider
Restoring Human Movement
Welcome to the Restoring Human Movement podcast! Thanks for joining the movement movement. I'm Dawne, and whether this is your first time or you're returning, we're glad you're here. Don't forget, we have tons of videos on YouTube and other recordings on this podcast platform covering many areas of the body, so feel free to use those as resources for any questions you may have. Today, we're tackling a crucial topic: How do you know if you're seeing the right provider? I've got intern Garrett here with me, and you've probably heard his voice a few times by now. He's nearing the end of his year...
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Navigating Lateral Hip Pain: From Bursitis to Tendinitis & Beyond
Restoring Human Movement
Welcome to the Restoring Human Movement podcast! Today, we're tackling a common source of discomfort: outer hip pain, specifically focusing on trochanteric bursitis. While textbooks define bursitis as side-of-the-hip pain with swelling or puffiness, what if you have pain but no swelling? We'll dive into what that means and why your symptoms might be confused with other conditions like gluteal tendinopathy or IT band issues. Bursitis is an irritation and inflammation of the bursa – a fluid-filled sac – which often means swelling. But even without visible swelling, the tips we're sharing...
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Hip Impingement Explained
Restoring Human Movement
Welcome to the Restoring Human Movement podcast! Today, your co-host Sebastian is diving deep into hip impingement, a condition often misunderstood but crucial for athletes and active individuals to grasp. If you've been dealing with persistent hip or groin pain, this episode is for you. We'll break down exactly what hip impingement is: a pinching sensation in the hip, typically caused by two main bony types—pincer type (an overgrowth on the pelvis/acetabulum) or cam type (an abnormal shape of the femoral head). We'll also discuss mixed types. While there is indeed a bony component that...
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The Hip Pain Map: Pinpointing Your Problem Areas
Restoring Human Movement
Welcome back to the Restoring Human Movement podcast! If you're an active individual – a runner, a hiker, a sports enthusiast – you know how frustrating hip pain can be. It's often more than just a general ache; the specific location of your hip pain can offer vital clues about its underlying cause. In this episode, your co-host Sebastian dives deep into hip pain locations and how they relate to common conditions that sideline athletes. We'll explore: Groin pain: Could it be a sports hernia or hip flexor overuse? Front-of-hip pain: Is hip impingement (FAI) the culprit? Outer hip pain:...
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Knee Pain Clues: How Location Points to the Problem
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Welcome to the Restoring Human Movement podcast! If you're an active individual – a runner, a hiker, or anyone who loves playing sports – you're in the right place. Today, your co-host Sebastian is diving into a topic we'll soon be featuring on our YouTube channel: understanding knee pain based on where it hurts. We'll explore how the specific location of your knee pain can offer vital clues about the probable diagnosis. For instance, pain around your kneecap might point to runner's knee (patellofemoral pain syndrome), while discomfort on the outside could indicate IT band syndrome. We'll...
info_outlineContinuing the story of our 50-year-old patient with knee pain who dreams of running with friends, we delve into a common concern: fear of movement. He was advised by his surgeon to never squat below parallel, a piece of advice Sebastian believes might be hindering his recovery. In this episode, we discuss the assessment findings that actually indicated it was okay for him to squat to a greater depth. Learn how a thorough evaluation can sometimes contradict general advice and open up new possibilities for rehabilitation. If you've been given cautionary instructions about movement after knee issues, this episode highlights the importance of individualized assessment in your journey back to activity, whether it's running with friends or simply feeling more confident in your body.
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