Your Running Questions Answered By A Doctor Of Physical Therapy

About this episode:

In this week’s episode, Corrine Malcolm interviews Nikki Buurma, DPT on some of the questions that have gone through every runner's mind. Nikki debunks some myths surrounding runner’s knees, shin splints, and stretching. 

Episode Highlights:

• Why you should have a physical therapist on deck to help with injuries early
• What does a DPT say about foam rolling versus stretching
• Muscle injury or a connective tissue injury and if you should use ice or heat

Guest Bio – Nikki Buurma:

Nikki Buurma Doctor of Physical Therapy specializes in treating runners at Lynden Family Physical Therapy in Washington. Nikki graduated from Ohio University with her DPT and has been practicing for 14 years, keeping runners healthy and reaching their goals. She is an ultrarunner, yogi, outdoor lover, and as she puts it, a “fan of all things running-related”.

Read More About Nikki Buurma:

Website: https://lyndenfamilyphysicaltherapy.com/staff/nicole-vanderwiele-dpt/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikkirunnerpt

Twitter:https://twitter.com/nikkibuurma