July 2025

gluteal tendinopathy

Gluteal Tendinopathy Isn’t Just a Pain in the Butt—It’s a Running Career Killer

If you’re an active adult or runner, gluteal tendinopathy can feel like the silent injury that’s ruining everything. One day you’re crushing your training plan, and the next you’re limping after a short jog.
This injury doesn’t just cause discomfort. It gets in the way of your momentum, your race goals, and even your confidence.

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Can Physical Therapy Manage Osgood-Schlatter Treatment in Young Athletes?

Picture this: you’re watching a youth soccer game at Rolland Moore Park in Fort Collins. The energy is high, the kids are giving it their all, and then—one player pulls up, grabbing their knee in discomfort. This scene is all too familiar for many young athletes trying to find Osgood-Schlatter treatment that lets them stay active.
While it might sound intimidating, Osgood-Schlatter is a manageable condition that, with the right physical therapy, doesn’t have to sideline your child from the sports they love.

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Can Plantar Fasciitis Shoes Really Stop the Foot Pain?

Foot pain can throw off everything—from your morning run to walking across the kitchen. If you’ve got a sharp, stabbing feeling in your heel, chances are plantar fasciitis is the culprit. But can specialized plantar fasciitis shoes really stop the pain?
Let’s look at how these shoes work and whether they’re worth your time and money.
If you’re trying to get back to pain-free movement without giving up your routine, you’re in the right place. Let’s break it down in a way that actually makes sense.

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Should I Workout When Sore or in Pain? #1 Risk Factor for Low Back Pain

We hear this question all the time: “Should I workout when sore or in pain?” However, the answer isn’t always clear-cut.
At Up and Running Physical Therapy, we see active adults across Fort Collins doing all the “right” things—hitting Spring Creek Trail, lifting at Miramont, summiting Horsetooth—and still ending up sidelined with low back pain.

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