Roxborough Chiropractor, Chiropractor in Roxborough, PA

Great Life Chiropractic & Massage

6810 Ridge Ave

Philadelphia 19128

Family Based Wellness Practice

215-483-6550
Healthy Running & GOALS Fitness
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"I have had a life-long passion for fitness and athletics and it shows in my practice.  With 20 years of fitness experience, I feel that I bring a perspective to injury management and recovery that many other 'Sports Medicine' doctors simply do not have.  The human body was designed to MOVE!  So I encourage all of my patients to live an active lifestyle.  I understand that not everyone needs to run a marathon, but NO ONE should ignore the role that exercise plays in their overall health."  -Dr. Ted Loos 

Dr. Loos is a nine-time Boston Marathon Qualifier, a former Super League Rugby Champion and a life-long fitness enthusiast.  He has been helping people reach their fitness goals for close to 20 years. He recently partnered with Goals Personal Fitness in Roxborough to create the wildly popular "Quck Fix Bootcamp" which has quickly become one of the most popular fitness classes in Philadelphia.  He is relentless and encouraging and has the highest expectations for anyone who is dedicated to improving their overall health.  For more information go to www.GoalsFit.com

 

Check out some of Dr. Ted's stretching videos designed specifically for runners....

Dr. Ted demonstrating some dynamic stretching techniques...


Hip Flexor Stretch

 

Deep Squat Stretch

 

 

A couple of simple exercises for the treatment / prevention of "Runner's Knee"....

 

FOAM ROLLER SELF-MASSAGE FOR HIPS & HAMSTRINGS

 

 

 

A series of stretches and exercises specifically for prevention and treatment of IT Band Syndrome...
 

 

Running Injuries

As a runner, Dr. Loos has extensive experience treating running-related injuries.  He has a unique perspective and insight to the specific stresses and demands that runners put on their bodies. Check out some of the links below from Runner's World Magazine.

Dr. Ted has had success treating:

Hip pain

IT Band Syndrome

Plantar Fasciitis / Heel Pain

Shin Splints

Muscle Sprain / Strains

....and virtually any other running injury you can think of!


If you have a question about a specific running injury, click on "contact us" to reach Dr. Loos via email or call the office at 215-483-6550 to schedule an evaluation.


Glucosamine/Chondroitin Article from Runner's World June, 2005 http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-241-286-289-8138-0,00.html Glucosamine and Chondroitin are the two main ingredients in Dr. Ron Maugeri's Arthro-no-More joint support supplement. This blended formula also includes MSM, Brolmelain, Boswella extract, Devil's Claw extract and Aloe vera extract - all time-tested natural anti-inflammatory agents.

Alternative treatments for runners from Runner's Word June, 2008 http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-241-286--12634-2-1-2,00.html

Laser Therapy for heel and arch pain. Runner's World June 2007 http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-241-286--11965-0,00.html Cold Laser Therapy is avaiable at Great Life Chiropractic in Roxborough.