Running Performance in Brookfield, WI
Whether you are a veteran of multiple marathons or you just started running to get in shape, an injury can sideline your best laid training plans. When that happens, we’re here to help you get back on your feet and out on the roads. At Elite Sport & Spine, we help runners of all ages and skill levels to prevent potential injuries and improve their performance, making the clinic a great place to start if you’re planning to begin a running program.
Dr. Shiels is among the top running specialists in Brookfield, Waukesha and the Milwaukee area on performance and injury rehabilitation. As a competitive runner in college and veteran of multiple marathons, Dr. Shiels understands the physical demands of running and the frustrations that accompany an injury.
Individualized Approach for Each Runner
Your gait is as unique and variable as your fingerprint. Because of that, you deserve specific attention to your individual form, stride and biomechanical factors that make you unique, in addition to your fitness level, training goals and other performance goals you have. The services we provide are tailored to you and provide specific and effective ways to address your needs.
Treating Running Injuries & Injury Prevention
Running can take a toll on the body, leading to injuries such as muscle strains, Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, runner’s knee, shin splints, ankle sprains, and low back pain being just a few of those commonly experienced by runners. Our treatment approach includes the following techniques:
- Graston Technique
- Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization
- Joint Manipulation & Mobilization
- Functional Rehabilitation
Injury Prevention & Gait Analysis
We will analyze your gait and perform a head to toe evaluation that will provide you with valuable information for preventing injuries and improving your performance.
Our 60-minute program features:
- Video-running assessment, including:
- Performance improvement of stride and efficiency
- Injury identification and prevention
- Footwear selection
- Running-specific recommendations:
- Stretching and strengthening
- Dynamic mobility engaging multiple muscle groups
- Training advice