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Static Vs. Dynamic Stretching: Which is Best?
Different types of stretches work your muscles in specific ways. So which is best for your workout? Learn about dynamic…
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Best Plantar Fasciitis Shoes for Women
ByDr. Kristina DeMatasSeptember 11, 2020About Sporty Doctor
Our mission is to help people reduce the need for drugs and tap into the body’s natural ability to heal itself by focusing on prevention and rehabilitation.
Dr. Kristina DeMatas practices holistic, evidence-based family medicine that focuses on treating injuries and transforming lives through prevention, rehabilitation, and diet. She is also a Family and Sports Medicine Physician At Mayo Clinic.
Dr. Walter Calvin Damper
Walter Calvin Damper, DO, specializes in holistic and nonsurgical treatments to alleviate back, joint, nerve and muscle pain. His patients range from injured professional athletes in the NBA, NFL, and MLB to patients suffering from acute or chronic pain.
Shannon “Dallas” Hall
Shannon is a certified personal trainer specializing in body composition and sports nutrition, a USA boxing coach, and a former American Gladiator.
Physical Therapy and Home Treatment
17 Physical Therapy Exercises For Knee Pain
ByDr. Kristina DeMatasSeptember 16, 2019You use your knees daily to sit and walk. The constant use puts the complex joint at risk for injury. Common knee injuries include…
14 physical therapy exercises for shoulder pain & Rehab
ByDr. Kristina DeMatasAugust 21, 2019You might not realize it, but you use your shoulders daily to lift, reach, pull, push, carry, and press. Almost everyone will experience some…
11 Tennis Elbow Exercises For Physical Therapy & Pain Relief
ByDr. Kristina DeMatasFebruary 18, 2019Overuse of the elbow is often associated with a painful condition called tennis elbow or lateral epicondylitis. Whether your elbow pain is coming from…
10 Easy Plantar Fasciitis Stretches & Treatment Exercises To Rehab Pain
ByDr. Kristina DeMatasFebruary 18, 2019Living with plantar fasciitis pain can be a challenge. As a sports medicine doctor, I see a lot of patients who experience heel inflammation…
11 Practical Plantar Fasciitis Home Remedies For Pain Relief
ByDr. Kristina DeMatasFebruary 17, 2019I’m on my feet for hours during the day. Combine that with my love of running on the beach, and it’s no wonder why…
Common Sports Injuries: Prevention & Rehab Guide
ByDr. Kristina DeMatasJanuary 22, 2019As a family physician practicing sports medicine, I see a lot of injuries. Although some are caused by accidents, most injuries can be prevented.…
Product Picks
10 Best Running Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis 2021
ByDr. Kristina DeMatasDecember 29, 2018Plantar fasciitis is a common problem among runners. As a sports medicine doctor, I treat many people with plantar fasciitis. I also work extensively…
40+ Best Shoes For Plantar Fasciitis: Guidance From 10 Medical Experts
ByDr. Kristina DeMatasDecember 29, 2018When you suffer from plantar fasciitis, shoes can be your best friend or your worst enemy. As a sports medicine doctor- and someone who…
9 Best Insoles for Plantar Fasciitis For Arch & Heel Support
ByDr. Kristina DeMatasMarch 1, 2018Plantar fasciitis pain is a nightmare. I know firsthand that suffering from plantar fasciitis can make simple tasks like walking much more challenging. Luckily,…
7 Best Plantar Fasciitis Night Splints And Brace Options For Sleeping
ByDr. Kristina DeMatasMarch 1, 2018As someone who suffers from heel pain, I know that the first few steps in the morning are often the worst. That’s why I…
10 Best Socks for Plantar Fasciitis
ByDr. Kristina DeMatasFebruary 28, 2018As a sports medicine doctor, I’ve seen how debilitating plantar fasciitis can be for many of my patients. As someone who’s on her feet…
10 Best Walking Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis
ByDr. Kristina DeMatasFebruary 28, 2018For most of us, walking is just part of life. But what happens when plantar fasciitis pain gets in the way of this everyday…