Course Description:

This course trains clinicians to safely, effectively, and efficiently train injured runners to return to running as quickly as possible with the least risk of reinjury. Using subjective clues combined with the most pertinent objective information the clinician has the tools to identify when a video run assessment is appropriate within the plan of care. The clinician is trained in administering a video run assessment efficiently and how to interpret the points of assessment. Diagnosis-specific components are emphasized with the tools to identify cause and effect of various deficiencies in strength, range of motion, and running mechanics associated with various clinical presentations.

Interventions are taught based on the most recent evidence for efficient recovery and return to running. Attendees learn how to choose a Walk to Run program option based on the patient presentation. Timelines for training programs to support patients’ goals to return to running specific distance races are included as well as training on shoe selection and supportive running gear for safety and comfort. Exercise prescription based on patient presentation and post-op protocols for returning to running are included.

Each month a different topic is covered in a live online Zoom 1-hour session with an associated 30 minutes of homework to be performed outside of class time. By the end of this course, each attendee is equipped with a comprehensive depth of knowledge they can use to most effectively and efficiently assist injured runners back into running safely with the least risk of re-injury.