Common Running Injuries and How SoftWave Therapy Accelerates Recovery at Natural Way Chiropractic in Calgary

Whether you're a weekend jogger, dedicated marathoner, or competitive track athlete, running takes a toll on your body. While running offers immense cardiovascular and mental health benefits, it also places repetitive stress on joints, muscles, tendons, and connective tissue.

Overuse injuries, inflammation, and soft tissue strain are common in runners—and if not treated properly, they can sideline progress for weeks or months. That’s why more runners are now turning to SoftWave Tissue Regeneration Technology as a cutting-edge, non-invasive solution for pain relief and long-term recovery.

At Natural Way Chiropractic, Dr. Kale Matovich helps runners in Calgary overcome injuries, heal faster, and return to training pain-free with SoftWave Therapy.

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Most Common Running Injuries

1. Plantar Fasciitis

Inflammation of the thick connective tissue on the bottom of the foot, causing sharp heel pain—especially in the morning or after long runs.

2. Achilles Tendonitis

Irritation or degeneration of the Achilles tendon due to repetitive impact, poor biomechanics, or tight calves.

3. Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome)

Pain and tenderness along the inner shin caused by stress to the tibia and surrounding musculature.

4. Runner’s Knee (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome)

Pain around the kneecap due to overuse, improper alignment, or weak quads and hips.

5. IT Band Syndrome

Pain on the outside of the knee, resulting from friction between the iliotibial band and the femur during repetitive motion.

6. Stress Fractures

Hairline fractures in weight-bearing bones like the tibia or metatarsals from repeated high-impact loading and inadequate recovery.

7. Hamstring and Calf Strains

Tears or overstretching of muscle fibers due to sudden acceleration, poor flexibility, or fatigue.

8. Hip Flexor or Gluteal Tendinopathy

Overuse and strain of the hip stabilizing muscles, common in runners with poor pelvic mechanics or excessive training volume.

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Why SoftWave Therapy Is Ideal for Runners

SoftWave Therapy uses electrohydraulic supersonic acoustic waves, delivered through a broad focused energy shockwave, to stimulate healing, reduce pain, and restore tissue function—without drugs, injections, or surgery.

For runners, this means faster recovery from overuse injuries, less time off, and better long-term joint and muscle health.

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How SoftWave Therapy Works

SoftWave Therapy stimulates a cascade of biological responses that help the body regenerate and repair itself. Key scientific mechanisms include:

• Angiogenesis (VEGF Activation): Promotes the growth of new blood vessels to restore nutrient flow and oxygenation to damaged tissues.

• Nitric Oxide Production (eNOS): Enhances blood circulation and reduces oxidative stress to support healing.

• Stem Cell Activation & Migration: Stimulates the body’s own stem cells to repair microtears, tendinopathy, and soft tissue degeneration.

• PCNA (Proliferating Cell Nuclear Antigen): Supports cellular repair and regeneration at the DNA level.

• Modulation of Inflammation: Calms inflammatory responses through regulation of toll-like receptors.

• Clearing of Senescent Cells: Helps eliminate aging or damaged cells to make way for new, healthy tissue growth.

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Results Runners Can Expect

Runners who undergo SoftWave Therapy typically report:

• Faster recovery from injuries

• Reduction in inflammation and swelling

• Improved flexibility and range of motion

• Less dependency on pain medications

• Enhanced tissue durability and performance

• Return to training with reduced risk of re-injury

This therapy is suitable during acute injury recovery, chronic pain management, or as a proactive recovery tool during heavy training cycles.

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SoftWave Therapy: Trusted by Top Athletes and Institutions

SoftWave is used across the world by leading institutions and athletic programs, including:

• University running programs such as Georgia, Nebraska, Penn State, and Ohio State

• Professional sports organizations like the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, UFC, PGA, WNBA, MLS, and Premier League

• Elite medical centers including the Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic, Walter Reed, Harvard Medical School, and Stanford

Runners of all levels—from high school athletes to Olympic hopefuls—are benefiting from SoftWave’s ability to support rapid recovery and sustainable performance.

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Keep Running Strong with SoftWave Therapy in Calgary!

If you’re a runner dealing with chronic pain, a nagging injury, or just want to improve your recovery time and reduce inflammation, SoftWave Therapy at Natural Way Chiropractic is here to help you keep moving forward.

Request a SoftWave Therapy new patient visit online today
Or call (403) 246-0334 to schedule your consultation with Dr. Kale Matovich and his team.

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Contact Information

Natural Way Chiropractic
Dr. Kale Matovich, DC
3527 18 Street SW #201
Calgary, AB T2T 4T9
Phone: (403) 246-0334
Email: Info@naturalwaychiro.ca
Learn More About Us On Our Main Website: https://naturalwaychiro.ca
Request a SoftWave Therapy Visit Online Here: https://www.softwavecalgary.com/contact