Running Injury Spotlight
Struggling with IT band pain while running? Learn why IT band pain isn’t caused by “tightness” or “friction” and discover evidence-based treatments that actually work—like load management, running gait tweaks, and progressive strength training. Whether you’re training around Lake Merritt or prepping for your next race, we’ll help you move pain-free and perform at your best. Derek Lam Physical Therapy and Performance in Oakland, CA, specializes in helping runners overcome knee pain and return to the roads or trails stronger than ever.
Running Shoes Explained
Looking to better understand running shoes in order to prevent injury and optimize performance? In this guide, Oakland physical therapist Derek Lam breaks down the essential features of running shoes—like toe box width, toe spring, cushioning, and heel-to-toe drop—and how they impact your comfort, gait mechanics, and injury risk. Whether you're a beginner or marathoner, learn how to choose the right running shoe for your body, training style, and goals. Derek Lam Physical Therapy and Performance in Oakland, CA, specializes in helping runners overcome pain and return to the roads or trails stronger than ever.
Top 5 Running Injuries: Causes, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Solutions
Oakland physical therapist Derek Lam explains how targeted physical therapy can treat common running injuries—such as runner’s knee, Achilles tendinopathy, and shin splints—so you can recover faster and run stronger. Derek Lam Physical Therapy and Performance in Oakland, CA, specializes in helping runners overcome pain and return to the roads or trails stronger than ever.