About this episode

The episode discusses how small warning signs in runners can lead to bigger injuries and features Dr. Michael Betler's approach to sports recovery.

Send us Fan Mail We dig into why runners keep getting trapped in the pain, rest, repeat loop and how small “not quite an injury” warning signs turn into bigger setbacks. We also hear how Dr Michael Betler moves from surgery into evidence-led sports recovery so we can stay healthy and keep running long term. • why ignoring a niggle often creates compensation and chronic issues • Dr Bettler’s background in sport, engineering, osteopathy and surgery • the shift from late-stage fixes to preve...

People in this episode

Host: Brian Patterson

Guest: Dr Michael Betler

Topics covered

• sports recovery
• injury prevention
• chronic pain
• running health
• evidence-led practices

Keywords

• running
• injury
• recovery
• health
• sports medicine
• osteopathy
• chronic issues

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