O’Brien Physical Therapy & Wellness Running Assessment & Programs
Running Assessments & Personalized Programming
Whether you’re a postpartum mom easing back into running after birth, a high school or collegiate athlete pushing toward your next season goal, or a dedicated recreational runner aiming to fine-tune your form and stay injury-free — O’Brien Physical Therapy & Wellness is here to support your stride.
Our personalized running assessments go beyond the surface to identify movement patterns, prevent injury, and optimize running efficiency. We tailor every plan to your unique stage of life and performance level, helping you build strength, confidence, and endurance so you can run stronger, smarter, and pain-free.
Who Can Benefit?
- Injury-Prone Runners
- Mid-Season Racers
- Runners with Footwear Issues
- Older Runners
- Cross-Training Athletes
- Postpartum Runners
- Beginner Runners
- Recreational & Lifestyle Runners
- Competitive Runners & Athletes
- Pregnancy & Postpartum Care
- Pelvic Pain & Discomfort
- Incontinence & Constipation
- Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP)
- Sexual Dysfunction & Pain
- Preconception & Fertility Support
Conditions We Successfully Treat
- Pelvic floor function
- Abdominal wall integrity
- Hip and core strength
- Gait and posture mechanics
- Mid-season performance evaluations
- Manual therapy and recovery support
- Real-time feedback on form, cadence, and stride efficiency
- Load management advice to prevent overtraining or burnout
- Comprehensive gait analysis to detect asymmetries or compensations
- Screening for strength and mobility deficits (hip, ankle, core)
- Education on training progression and recovery
- Neuromuscular retraining and landing mechanics correction
- Identifying shoes that complement your foot structure and running style
- Assessing wear on your current shoes to understand movement trends
- Guiding decisions on rotating shoe types for training variation
- Educating you on when to retire or replace shoes
Your Personalized Treatment May Include
Running Gait Analysis
A detailed video and in-person evaluation of your running mechanics to identify imbalances, inefficiencies, or risky movement patterns—used to guide form corrections and improve performance.
Strength & Mobility Programming
Targeted exercises to address weaknesses, improve joint stability, and support proper running posture—customized to your body’s needs and goals, including postpartum recovery when applicable.
Manual Therapy & Recovery Techniques
Hands-on techniques such as soft tissue mobilization, cupping, or dry needling to relieve tightness, reduce pain, and promote muscle recovery during training cycles or after injury.
Why Choose O'Brien Physical Therapy?
We combine evidence-based treatments with genuine care, delivering personalized attention that sets you on the path to lasting recovery. Each therapy session is crafted uniquely for you, ensuring optimal results and a supportive healing environment.
Experience a Pain-Free, Active Life Again
We understand how pain and injuries can disrupt your daily life. At O’Brien Physical Therapy & Wellness, our compassionate experts guide you every step of the way, empowering you to reclaim your health and active lifestyle.
Ready to take the first step towards lasting relief?
Call us now at (608) 668-6700 or easily book your appointment online.
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We’re here to answer your questions and support your journey toward optimal wellness. Whether you're ready to schedule an appointment or just need some advice, reach out today!
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