25/02/2026
A running chiro explains how to listen
to your body visually.
Runners have new pains that pop up all the time.
If you want to prevent these pains from
becoming significant injuries, it's vital to
understand your body's most common pain
signals and what to do for each scenario.
*This video grossly simplifies MSK pain in runners and it's purpose is not to replace individualized medical advice. Lots of runners ignore pain for far too long.
GRAPH 1: Early onset of a tendinopathy, mild muscle strain or some joint load intolerance.
This pain responds well to controlled tissue loading, rehab and manual therapy. If we make changes now we avoid significant pain in the future.
GRAPH 2: Progressed tendinopathy, tissue intolerance or muscle strain.
Trying to keep pushing through this pain ultimately leads to significant tendon joint injury, and eventually having to take a big step back with your run training. Don't be a hero here!
GRAPH 3: Nerve pain due to overuse, early bone stress injury or some joint instability.
We have to significantly alter training load.
GRAPH 4: Significant injury. Get some help.
There is a lot of poor training advice on the internet. If you are unsure about your pain/discomfort, go and see the relevant medical professional.